Transportation Planner

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way. Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery, and beyond.Who are we looking for? GHD has an opportunity in our Atlanta, Georgia office for a Transportation Planner. We are seeking a driven, enthusiastic planner to support and help grow our Transportation Practice across metropolitan Atlanta and Georgia. This position will complement our existing team and strengthen our ability to help public-sector clients advance multimodal transportation plans, programs, and projects from concept through funding and implementation. The successful candidate is expected to have knowledge of local governments and transportation priorities in the Atlanta region and across Georgia, including TSPLOST and SPLOST programs, as well as an understanding of GDOT processes and project delivery. The candidate should also understand federal transportation funding and grant programs, including funding administered by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and be able to help clients identify, pursue, and implement appropriate funding opportunities. Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: Transportation planning focused on complete streets, corridor studies, active transportation and safe routes to schoolApplication of data analysis, site assessment, design concepts and community engagement best practices in transportation planningThe ideal candidate would possess the following experience:Develop, analyze, and implement transportation plans and policies to improve mobility, safety, and sustainabilityConduct research and data analysis on transportation trends, patterns, and issuesPublic engagement and stakeholder collaborationComplete streets, active transportation and corridor study projectsPrepare reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholdersCollaborate with local, regional, and state agencies to align transportation initiatives with broader planning goals such as safety, resiliency, and sustainabilityMonitor and assess the effectiveness of implemented transportation plans and policiesStay updated on current transportation regulations, technologies, and best practicesDeveloping and leading community engagement activitiesDeveloping (or reviewing) funding applications for transportation projects preferredWhat you will bring to the team:Bachelor’s degree in Community, City, or Regional Planning or equivalent related disciplineAt least 3-5 years transportation planning experience Proficient in collaborating effectively within a team settingEager to learn project management, with direction and/or assistance from senior staff membersAn eagerness to bring high-quality transportation planning to all Georgia clientsAn understanding of how transportation planning and design is evolving, for example to include safety, sustainability and land use integration outcomesStrong written and verbal skills for communicating technical topics for client and public understandingProficiency with analytical and visualization tools such as GIS, Power BI, or equivalent platforms for data analysis, mapping, and communicating transportation insights Knowledge of transportation regulations, policies, and funding mechanisms#LI-KM2As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran statusPosting Date: 2026-10-06