Senior Transportation Planner
Job Location:
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
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Not Disclosed
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Yesterday
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Job Summary
Senior Transportation Planner
Location: Chicago On-site
No Relocation
No Relocation
Client is an integrated civil engineering urban & rural planning economic development grant services branding & marketing and environmental consulting firm with offices in Denver Chicago and Dallas-Fort Worth. We are a team of engineers planners designers and economic development experts that envision a world where sustainability resilience and equity is business as usual. Our firm adheres to a holistic approach to problem-solving making for a more dynamic and rewarding work environment. Our team members are our #1 asset. We are intentional about cultivating an environment where high performers thrive ideas are valued and leadership is shared. We therefore offer a highly competitive benefits package designed to attract and retain the best talent which includes:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Comprehensive health benefits
Company wellness program
401(k) with guaranteed company match
Performance-based Bonus
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Significant participation in corporate decision-making
Professional development resources and support
Team and client social events and outings
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Comprehensive health benefits
Company wellness program
401(k) with guaranteed company match
Performance-based Bonus
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Significant participation in corporate decision-making
Professional development resources and support
Team and client social events and outings
Job Description
Client is seeking a strategic technically skilled Transportation Planner to join our Chicago office. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional with a strong background in multimodal transportation planning including bicycle and pedestrian plans transit studies safety-focused corridor plans and grant strategy. This role is ideal for a consultant who thrives on delivering innovative community-informed solutions managing interdisciplinary teams and supporting clients throughout all stages of a project from early planning through preliminary engineering. While based in Chicago the position may involve work on projects across the nation including Colorado Texas and other locations.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead or support bicycle and pedestrian master plans public transit studies Vision Zero Safety Action Plans and multimodal corridor studies.
Provide guidance on transportation facility selection network design and infrastructure feasibility based on land use safety data and community input.
Assist with preliminary engineering phases including conceptual layouts cross sections cost estimates and coordination with civil engineers.
Utilize ArcGIS and related tools for spatial analysis mapping and technical visualizations.
Develop and support grant applications (e.g. SS4A RAISE CMAQ) and funding strategies for clients.
Facilitate public engagement through in-person and digital outreach tools charrettes stakeholder meetings and community tours.
Prepare clear concise and visually compelling reports presentations and graphics.
Mentor junior planning staff and collaborate with engineers urban designers and external partners.
Support business development efforts including proposal writing interviews and partnership strategy.
Qualifications:
Masters degree in Urban Planning Transportation Planning Geography or a closely related field.
5 years of professional experience in consulting or public agency roles.
Proven experience in active transportation planning transit planning corridor studies or safety-focused work.
Strong understanding of transportation funding programs and grant development.
Familiarity with or experience contributing to preliminary engineering deliverables is a plus.
Required Skills:
Intermediate or advanced proficiency in ArcGIS with experience in network analysis mapping and geospatial storytelling.
Strong written and verbal communication skills including experience presenting to public officials and stakeholders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud; familiarity with SketchUp Remix or other planning tools is a bonus.
