Senior Traffic Engineer

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer (15–16+ years) to serve as a Technical Lead and Subject Matter Expert for complex transportation projects across the Hampton Roads / Coastal Virginia region
.

This role is for an experienced traffic professional who excels in high-volume, high-visibility public infrastructure work and is eager to lead technically challenging projects involving traffic operations, ITS, multimodal safety, and corridor performance
. This is a delivery-driven leadership role focused on technical excellence, mentorship, and agency trust.

The Senior Traffic Engineer will provide leadership on projects such as:

• Multimodal corridor improvements in high-traffic coastal environments
• Adaptive signal systems and advanced signal timing
• Traffic safety and operational studies for urban and suburban corridors
• ITS, TSMO, and smart-infrastructure initiatives
• Innovative intersection designs and interchange operations
• Work zone traffic control in constrained, high-volume settings

This role is crucial in shaping how people move safely and efficiently through one of Virginia's most dynamic transportation markets.

This role is based in Virginia Beach / Hampton Roads
.

This section describes local markets and relocation expectations.

• Norfolk
• Newport News
• Hampton

Candidates located in Richmond or Northern Virginia
, or in neighboring states such as North Carolina or Maryland
, will be considered if they are open to relocation or regular presence in the Hampton Roads region.

• Lead traffic operations, safety, and mobility studies for public-sector transportation clients
• Direct traffic analysis, modeling, and simulation for intersections, corridors, and interchanges
• Utilize tools such as Synchro, Sim Traffic, VISSIM, VISUM, Trans Modeler, and HCS to evaluate system performance
• Design and oversee traffic control devices including signals, signage, pavement markings, lighting, and work zone traffic control
• Apply MUTCD, AASHTO, Highway Capacity Manual, and Highway Safety Manual standards
• Manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, and QA/QC
• Serve as a senior technical authority and mentor for engineering staff
• Coordinate with roadway, planning, structural, and ITS teams
• Support proposal development and technical interviews as needed

Education & Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• PE in North Carolina, Maryland, or another U.S. jurisdiction acceptable with the ability to obtain Virginia licensure by comity

Experience

• 15–16+ years of progressive experience in traffic engineering, traffic operations, ITS, or transportation systems
• Proven delivery experience for VDOT, local municipalities, counties, or MPOs
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, multi-disciplinary transportation projects

• Strong knowledge of MUTCD, AASHTO, Highway Capacity Manual, and Highway Safety Manual
• Traffic modeling and simulation experience (Synchro, Sim Traffic, VISSIM, VISUM, Trans Modeler, HCS)
• Experience with Micro Station and/or Open Roads (AutoCAD acceptable depending on background)
• Solid understanding of traffic control device design and work zone traffic control

• PTOE (Professional Traffic Operations Engineer) certification
• Experience with ITS, TSMO, ATMS, adaptive signal systems, managed lanes, or smart-city infrastructure
• Familiarity with VDOT processes, manuals, and locally administered projects
• Experience mentoring junior and mid-level engineers

• Licensure by comity is supported
• North Carolina PEs are strongly encouraged to apply
• Candidates must be willing to pursue Virginia PE licensure within approximately 6 months of hire
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

• Senior technical leadership without constant business-development pressure
• Stable project backlog and long-term regional investment
• Collaborative environment with experienced professionals
• Competitive compensation, flexible work options, comprehensive benefits, and relocation support