Senior Traffic Engineer

About the role

GPD Group is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to join our Louisville, KY office. Founded over 60 years ago, GPD Group specializes in architectural, engineering, and planning services, focusing on creating the safest mobility experiences through innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Interact with multiple stakeholders and manage traffic design and planning projects across various disciplines including survey, environmental assessment, geotechnical, roadway, and bridge.
• Technical Oversight: Manage traffic signal and control design processes, analyze traffic impact studies, identify discrepancies, and propose solutions.
• Technical Support: Provide technical assistance to other teams within the organization, such as the Education and Retail Teams.
• Client Engagement and Management: Develop and maintain strong client relationships, understand client needs, and ensure successful project outcomes.
• Mentoring and Development: Empower and train junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and career advancement.
• Administrative Oversight: Ensure project scope, schedule, and budget are met, and maintain high-quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in Traffic Engineering in Kentucky.
• Extensive experience with Traffic Signal and Traffic Control Design and Plan Preparation.
• Experience with Maintenance and Protection of Traffic design.
• Proficient understanding of Safety Studies, Interchange Studies, and Corridor Studies.
• Professional Engineer registration in the State of Kentucky with the ability to obtain an Ohio PE within 6 months.
• Well versed in Kentucky Department of Transportation and Local public agency specifications and contract management.
• PTOE / PTP / RSP or AICP Certification a plus.
• High level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Outlook, Word, etc.
• Proficient in Highway Capacity Software (HCS) and Synchro/SimTraffic.
• Experience with Transmodeler, AutoCAD, and Microstation a plus.
• Enjoys developing and nurturing strong client and sub consultant relationships in Lexington/Louisville area related to Traffic Engineering.
• Experienced in taking on a leadership role as a technical expert and servant leader in the community and within the company.
• Thrives in a collaborative project environment and enjoys all forms of communication with clients and team members (virtual, in-person, phone).
• Extensive experience developing and overseeing project scope, schedule, and fees for new projects and additional scope/services requested by clients.

Qualifications

• Experience with Kentucky Department of Transportation and Local public agency specifications and contract management.
• PTOE / PTP / RSP or AICP Certification a plus.
• High level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Outlook, Word, etc.
• Proficient in Highway Capacity Software (HCS) and Synchro/SimTraffic.
• Experience with Transmodeler, AutoCAD, and Microstation a plus.
• Enjoys developing and nurturing strong client and sub consultant relationships in Lexington/Louisville area related to Traffic Engineering.
• Experienced in taking on a leadership role as a technical expert and servant leader in the community and within the company.
• Thrives in a collaborative project environment and enjoys all forms of communication with clients and team members (virtual, in-person, phone).
• Extensive experience developing and overseeing project scope, schedule, and fees for new projects and additional scope/services requested by clients.

Skills

• Strong technical skills in Traffic Signal and Control Design.
• Ability to manage and mentor a team of engineers.
• Excellent client relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and specialized software.
• Leadership and project management experience.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching and company profit-sharing contribution
• Rich Bonus Program that rewards both company and individual performance
• Vacation & Sick Time
• Professional Development Support