Senior Transportation Planner

About the role

This Opportunity WSP USA, Inc. (WSP) is looking for a Senior Consultant in Transportation or Environmental Planning for our Advisory & Planning business in Texas. We are looking for a motivated, highly skilled, and experienced transportation planner with a focus in the transportation industry.

Responsibilities

• Determine well-defined data collection methods for identifying and compiling observational, spatial, operations, and environmental data from multiple matrices for projects, research, and surveys.
• Prepare and assist with completing general plans, specific/master plans, community plans, zoning codes, comprehensive plans, permitting policies and/or development standards for assigned projects, with a particular emphasis on transportation and multimodal accommodation.
• Provide analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of facts and data obtained during field and site investigations, offering input with developing action plans for moderate- to high-level challenges and development activities to minimize impacts to the community, population, local economy, and environment.
• Conduct research as appropriate and assist with proposal development.
• Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Planning, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5 to 7 years of experience working in the transportation and/or environmental planning field, actively engaging in general plans, specific/master plans, zoning code updates, public involvement, and regulatory compliance for a variety of client projects relating to equitable transportation development and construction, transportation demand management, mobility planning, multimodal access, surface transportation, and funding.
• Well-defined experience reviewing surface transportation projects and program cost estimates and assessing project readiness for inclusion in the strategic local/regional Transportation Plan.
• Critical analytical skills and prior experience with research techniques, local/regional geography, transportation networks, systems, and modalities.
• Working knowledge and experience with relevant approval processes, zoning laws, permitting requirements, notification and compliance practices, and applicable Regional/State/Federal regulatory framework.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulatory and permitting agencies.
• Demonstrated experience contributing to transportation technical reports, preparing impact assessments, evaluations, siting reports, logistics, and permit applications.
• Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
• Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Experience with discipline-specific software (i.e., CAD, ArcGIS, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-Up).
• Proficiency with technical business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify the most effective solutions to accomplish objectives of assigned projects.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Able to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree is preferred.
• Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.
• Experience with Texas Department of Transportation.
• Experience with Texas-based Metropolitan Transportation Organizations.
• Experience with Texas-based transit agencies.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with relevant software and tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and permitting processes.

Benefits

At WSP, you will benefit from a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings plans. Additionally, we offer a flexible and agile workplace model to meet the unique needs of our employees.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and may extend beyond the typical workweek to accommodate project-specific requirements.

Contact Information

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online or contact us directly at [insert contact information].

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. For more information, visit www.wsp.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.