Transportation Planning Manager

## Transportation Planning Manager Apply:
San Antonio, TX:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
JR101606
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* Job Description:

**** Overview:
** The Transportation Planning Manager will lead the development and coordination of transportation plans for state and local governments.  This position will play a pivotal role in identifying and addressing diverse transportation needs including transit, non-motorized options, safety enhancements, and sustainability measures.
** Responsibilities:
*** Manage client coordination efforts, ensuring effective communication and understanding of transportation objectives.
* Create comprehensive public involvement plans, overseeing sub-consultant teams, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations to facilitate community engagement.
* Execute strategies for effective community outreach and participation in transportation planning initiatives.
* Identify and cultivate client opportunities, involving marketing efforts, RFQ response development, and the formation of a dedicated team to support these initiatives.
* Lead design teams working on various projects, including but not limited to complete streets, cycle tracks, and multimodal conversions.
* Ensure adherence to project objectives and timelines, maintaining high-quality standards in all design outputs.
* Coordinate planning projects with clients, focusing on defined goals and objectives related to mobility, safety, multimodal transportation, community livability, and economic development.
* Lead efforts to secure project development funds, including federal and state opportunities.
* Assist clients in leveraging transit, bike, pedestrian, safety, and other project parameters to enhance eligibility for funding opportunities.
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* Qualifications:

*** Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field.
* Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in transportation planning with or ability to obtain, ACIP
* Proven experience in turnkey creation of regional and local corridor assessments, transportation, and land use analysis, including policy recommendations and investment priorities.
* Expertise in data analysis using tools such as ESRI and Tableau to propose transportation planning studies compliant with federal, state, and local requirements.
* Demonstrated experience with transportation planning funds and grant acquisition for the development of long-range plans.
* Proficient use and knowledge of design guidelines and standards, including AASHTO, PROWAG, ADA, TxDOT, and MUTCD, to ensure successful project implementation.
* Strong project management skills, coupled with excellent communication and presentation abilities.
* Comfortable with public speaking and presenting ideas to diverse audiences.
* Must possess a valid driver license.
* Occasional travel throughout the state of Texas to attend client meetings is required.
* Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm with overtime as needed.