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LJA · 1 day ago

Director - Traffic

Jacksonville, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

LJA is an employee-owned company that provides opportunities for personal and professional growth. The Director of Traffic will lead traffic impact studies, manage multimodal assessments, and serve as a technical expert while mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance with transportation standards.

Civil Engineering

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversee the development and application of traffic simulation models (e.g., Synchro, VISSIM, HCS)

Serve as a technical expert and client liaison on complex transportation projects

Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence

Collaborate with business development teams to identify opportunities, prepare proposals, and win new work

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal transportation standards and guidelines

Represent the firm at industry conferences, client meetings, and public forums

Qualification

Traffic simulation modelsTraffic analysis toolsProfessional Engineer (PE)PTOE CertificationLeadership skillsBusiness acumenClient developmentCommunication skillsProject management skillsMentoring skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license required (Florida PE preferred)

10+ years of progressive experience in traffic engineering, including leadership in a consulting environment

Proven track record of managing traffic studies and delivering results to clients

Strong business acumen and experience with proposal writing and client development

Proficiency in traffic analysis tools (e.g., Synchro, VISSIM, SIDRA, HCS) and GIS platforms

Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills

Preferred

Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

PTOE Certification

Extensive experience working with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), including familiarity with FDOT standards, procedures, and project delivery processes

Demonstrated success in managing FDOT-funded projects or serving as a consultant on FDOT contracts

Knowledge of FDOT's Traffic Engineering Manual (TEM), Plans Preparation Manual (PPM), and other relevant guidelines

Benefits

Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.

Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.

Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.

Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.

Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.

Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.

Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.

Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

Company

LJA

Glassdoor4.2

Employee-Owned. Client Focused. LJA is an employee-owned, full-service, comprehensive multi-disciplinary consulting firm.

Founded in 1972

Houston, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.lja.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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