Transportation Planning Lead / Project Manager (Austin or Houston)

About the role

Lead. Build. Shape the Future of Mobility in Texas.

Foursquare ITP is seeking a Project Manager / Senior Transportation Planner to launch and grow our Texas presence—a role that combines strategic leadership, business development, leading transportation projects, and hands-on planning. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to start something new: build a local office, grow a talented team, and expand our impact across the state.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leaders across the firm while cultivating partnerships with clients, agencies, and communities throughout the Lone Star State.
• Lead innovative transportation planning projects, develop business opportunities, and help shape the next generation of sustainable mobility.
• Build and expand Foursquare ITP’s presence across Texas by cultivating relationships and leading business development efforts in coordination with national experts.
• Manage and mentor staff as the practice grows.
• Represent Foursquare ITP at industry events, conferences, and client meetings—becoming a trusted partner and thought leader in the state.

Requirements

• A passion for transportation planning and improving communities through better mobility.
• 10–20+ years of relevant experience in transportation planning for sustainable modes, including project and staff management.
• Experience leading high-quality, impactful projects in at least one of Foursquare ITP’s core focus areas: transit service planning, BRT and corridor planning, multimodal access, or active transportation.
• Proven success in business development and client relationship building, ideally with Texas-based agencies or partners.
• Strong written, oral, and visual communication skills and a collaborative, mentoring mindset.
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in transportation planning, urban planning, or related field.
• Residence (or willingness to relocate) within commuting distance to Austin or Houston.

Qualifications

• Passionate about transportation planning and community improvement.
• Extensive experience in transportation planning, including project management.
• Experience in multiple areas of transportation planning such as transit service planning, BRT and corridor planning, multimodal access, or active transportation.
• Proven track record in business development and client relationship building, particularly with Texas-based agencies or partners.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative, mentoring approach.
• A degree in transportation planning, urban planning, or a related field.
• Willingness to relocate to Austin or Houston.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Knowledge of sustainable transportation planning practices.
• Experience with data analytics and transportation planning software.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid health insurance (employee + dependent subsidy).
• Liberal work-from-home flexibility.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous vacation and paid holidays.
• Paid industry memberships and conference attendance.
• Company-funded HSA and FSA options.
• Professional and management training programs.
• Transit subsidy, paid cell phone plan, and performance bonuses.
• Annual company retreats, family-friendly events, and more.

Pay

$125,000 - $200,000 commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time.