Lead Transportation / Traffic Engineer

AECOM has a position available for a Lead Transportation / Traffic Engineer in one of our Novi or Grand Rapids Michigan office.

The growing transportation/traffic department is looking for an experienced individual who has a strong background in signing and pavement marking projects. Projects may include city and county localities and state transportation agencies and either freeway or non-freeway signing. This position is a combination of time spent in either the Novi or Grand Rapids office for colleague collaboration as well as remote with the understanding that strong communication skills are needed to collaborate with the team and supervisors.

In this role the Traffic/Transportation Engineer will perform engineering tasks including field visits to verify existing signing and pavement marking development of signing and pavement marking preliminary and final design plans training of entry level and CAD technicians review of plans development/review of quantities and internal/external meetings.

The responsibilities of this role include but may not be limited to the following:

• Perform engineering activities to support development of preliminary and final signing and pavement marking plans.
• Developing quantities based on the plans.
• Field work to verify existing signing and pavement marking compared to plans.
• Participates in discipline and interdisciplinary reviews of project deliverables.
• Performs quality control review of design calculations or drawings.
• Provides input to the development of engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements.
• Prioritize and schedule work activities provide oral and written instructions.
• Communicate verbally and in writing in English with staff clients and public.
• Provide oversight and training of lower level staff and CAD technicians.
• Excellent communication skills with project team partners agencies and clients.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with little supervision.
• Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works.
• Capable of working independently or within a design team.
• Attend internal team meetings and client meetings and coordinate with diverse project teams.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid US Drivers License required as a condition of employment must pass AECOMs Motor Vehicle Records review.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering with 5-10 years of recent relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Current Michigan Professional Engineer license or the ability to obtain Michigan PE license either through reciprocity from another state or pass the PE exam within one year.
• Experience in either non-freeway or freeway signing and pavement marking projects either at a City County or State Level
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite of applications Bentley MicroStation AutoCAD OpenRoads Designer and ProjectWise software applications.
• Experience with AASHTO and Michigan DOT transportation design policies and guidelines.
• Previous experience with freeway and non-freeway signing and pavement marking projects for Michigan DOT projects.

Additional Information :

• Sponsorship is not offered for this position.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

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You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time