Senior Transportation Planner

Job Category Engineering, Transportation Employee Type FT Exempt Required Degree 4 Year Degree Travel 5% Manage Others Yes Contact information Name Morgan McNair Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io Email View email address on click.appcast.io DESCRIPTION ABOUT THE COMPANY At Foresite Group, we are honored to have been recognized as a Best Firm to Work For over the past 13 years. As a multi-disciplinary engineering, planning, and design firm with offices nationwide, we take pride in leading the industry with our collaborative and responsive services. Our success begins with our people. We work diligently to foster a growth-oriented culture that empowers our team to thrive professionally while maintaining a healthy work/life balance. For new graduates and interns, Foresite Group is a place where you will find a genuine commitment to your professional development. We invest significant time and resources to train you well, ensuring you gain the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel. We seek candidates who possess a strong work ethic and a willingness to ask questions. In return, we provide comprehensive training, hands‑on experience, and an open‑door policy that encourages regular interaction with senior staff. This approach helps you achieve your goals and become an integral part of our team. We want everyone to love working here as much as we do. Our diverse range of services includes Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Structural Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Wireless Services, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Safety, and Broadband Engineering. Each discipline is backed by a team of dedicated professionals committed to excellence and innovation. Join us and become part of a firm that values your growth and contributions, ensuring a fulfilling and dynamic career. JOB SUMMARY We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Transportation Planner to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in analyzing, developing, and implementing transportation plans and projects that cater to the evolving needs of our growing community. Ideal candidates will possess a robust background in urban planning, transportation engineering, and public policy, coupled with a passionate commitment to sustainable transportation solutions. If you have the expertise and drive to shape the future of our community’s transportation landscape, we invite you to be part of our forward‑thinking team. RESPONSIBILITIES Transportation Planning Apply diverse knowledge of transportation planning principles across a wide spectrum of projects. Define regional or local transportation planning issues, lead, or participate in public meetings or hearings to explain planning studies, and gather feedback from affected parties to achieve consensus on project plan recommendations. Develop and update transportation plans, policies, and programs that address current and future transportation needs. Stakeholder engagement: Work with government agencies, community groups, and the public to gather input and build consensus on transportation initiatives. Research and Development: Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and technological advancements to incorporate innovative solutions into transportation planning. Report Writing: Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders and decision‑makers. Policy Development: Assist in the development of transportation policies and regulations that promote safety, accessibility, and sustainability. Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret transportation data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement. Project Management Manage transportation projects from inception to completion, including budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating with stakeholders. Execute tasks within project requirements and deadlines. Coordinate with clients, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and objectives. QUALIFICATIONS Education Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field. Experience Minimum 3‑5 years of engineering experience in development of multi‑modal plans. Experience with active transportation plans, complete street plans, corridor plans, and safety plans preferred. Licensure AICP or PTP certification preferred. Skills Proficiency in transportation planning software and Microsoft Office suite. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely. Strong Analytical and problem‑solving skills, with keen attention to detail. Strong interpersonal skills and integrity. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups, including government officials, community organizations, and the public. WHAT WE OFFER Exposure to a wide range of projects across engineering disciplines A supportive and collaborative work environment A work‑hard, play‑hard mentality with regular social events and peer recognition programs Competitive Salary with Bonus Opportunities Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Health Savings Account with Company Match Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match Discretionary Profit‑Sharing Program Telemedicine + Teletherapy Wellness Program Company Paid Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Short + Long‑Term Disability Insurance Supplemental Insurance Plans Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account #J-18808-Ljbffr