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WSP in the U.S. · 4 hours ago

Technical Director, Traffic Engineering

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$140K/yr - $249K/yr

12+ years exp

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms, and they are seeking an experienced Technical Director for Traffic Engineering to manage complex projects in Intelligent Transportation Systems. The role involves overseeing project delivery, providing technical guidance, and fostering staff development while ensuring client satisfaction and project excellence.

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Responsibilities

Support or manage complex and technical projects related to intelligent transportation systems (ITS) and general transportation IT, from initiation and planning through design, deployment, testing, monitoring, and operations and maintenance

Support the delivery and execution of project scope, objectives, and requirements, ensuring close collaboration and alignment with clients and stakeholders

Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues

Ensure project deliverables meet high-quality standards and specified requirements

Implement rigorous quality review processes, manage version controls, and track comments and resolutions

Prepare and present comprehensive project progress statuses using reporting tools and dashboards

Monitor and meet defined performance metrics, tracking budget, time, scope, and communication details to ensure projects meet schedule and client expectations

Lead and contribute to ITS design projects focusing on: Traffic management systems, Corridor management technologies and concepts, Roadside devices and technology, Real-time data collection and analysis for transportation

Oversee and contribute to broader transportation IT initiatives, which may include: IT infrastructure cloud-based upgrades and deployments, Software development lifecycle (SDLC) for transportation applications, Data governance and analytics within transportation systems, Network security and standards best practices

Prepare, review and provide high-level technical input on design specifications, calculations, reports, and plans related to ITS projects

Stay current with emerging technologies, industry best practices, and relevant standards in ITS and transportation IT

Lead and direct multi-disciplinary project teams, including internal staff, sub-consultants, contractors, and vendors

Foster a culture of trust, transparency, and accountability

Manage internal groups or outside vendors to identify, plan, negotiating contracts, deliver and monitoring performance to client specifications

Coordinate with various internal and external partners, including cross-discipline and functional teams, government agencies (i.e., DOTs), and other stakeholders

Comfortably present complex technical and project information to diverse audiences, including executives, client teams, and public forums

Contribute to and potentially lead the development of technical proposals, scopes of work, and budgeting for projected work

Assist in building and growing the firm's Intelligent Transportation Systems practice in the specified regions

Foster technical development and mentoring of staff

Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Qualification

Traffic EngineeringIntelligent Transportation SystemsProject ManagementAutoCADMicrostationProject Management MethodologiesAnalytical SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology, preferred, or equivalent years of experience

12+ years of demonstrated project management and design experience in Intelligent Transportation Systems, or closely related transportation IT projects

Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of New York, or another state and able to obtain reciprocity in New York State within 6 months of hire

Proven experience managing complex projects with budgets, schedules, and technical requirements

Experience with AutoCAD, Microstation, and other applicable design software packages

Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Scrum) and proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project)

Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams, both internal and external

Evidence of leadership qualities and ability to network with clients and others in the field

Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills

Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines

Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Experience working on projects within New York, New Jersey, and/or the Northeast

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Preferred

Past project management experience and successes with analyzing, developing, and/or deploying TSMO and ITS programs for departments of transportation

Recognized for technical excellence and thought leadership in ITS and innovative transportation technologies

Active engagement in relevant industry organizations

CT, NJ PE

Project experience - Traffic operations and safety, signal design, signal timing, DOT experience

Knowledge of traffic engineering principles, practices, process, Traffic Signal Design, Signage, signals, pavement markings, Micro-simulation modeling

Benefits

Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation (or other personal time)

Paid parental leave

Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Company

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