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WSP in the U.S. · 2 days ago

Lead Traffic Engineer

Columbus, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$104K/yr - $176K/yr

7+ years exp

WSP is currently seeking a Lead Traffic Engineering Manager for their Columbus, OH or Cleveland, OH office. The role involves providing technical analysis for transportation infrastructure projects and collaborating with various professionals to support project development.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Function as a Lead Traffic Engineer for projects in Ohio and other Midwest states, as needed

Provide technical analysis for a wide range of transportation infrastructure and land development projects

Perform technical review of Synchro, TransModeler, and other traffic engineering analysis software

Interface with staff from a range of other disciplines (civil, structural, planning, geotechnical, etc.) to support a diverse range of projects

Perform a range of marketing and business development activities, including outreach and coordination with existing and potential clients, identifying and leading pursuits, developing technical proposals, and interfacing through professional organizations

Work cooperatively with clients and existing staff to expand the traffic engineering team

Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner

Collaborate with professionals, other engineers, planners, and DOT authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded road and transportation improvement and development projects, as well as proposal and business development opportunities

Remain current in latest traffic engineering techniques and practices

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 EngineeringEngineer LicenseTraffic Analysis SoftwareSafety StudiesTraffic Control Device DesignFederal Highway GuidelinesMicroStationAutoCADMarketing SkillsTeam PlayerProject ManagementMentoring

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline

7+ years of relevant post education experience in engineering and prior traffic design experience

Engineer license required

Safety studies experience/skillset

Knowledge of traffic engineering tools, including Highway Capacity Manual/Highway Capacity Software, Synchro/SimTraffic, TransModeler, and other equivalent modeling and analysis tools

Knowledge of traffic control device design, including developing plans, specifications and estimates for construction projects

Working knowledge of appropriate Federal Highway Administration, AASHTO, state DOT, and other relevant guidelines, including the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, the AASHTO Green Book, and the NACTO Urban Street Design Guide

Experience with MicroStation and AutoCAD is desirable

Ability to establish partnerships with internal and external project management, client representatives, government agencies, and other organizations

Positive attitude and people skills that constitute a team player

Ability to manage staff to effectively deliver projects on deadlines, including managing multiple staff working on multiple projects

Ability to train and mentor younger staff in the profession of traffic engineering

Ability to market the skills of the traffic and transportation engineering practice

Ability to work in a corporate environment, communicating with a wide range of professional skill sets

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

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Preferred

PTOE Certification is desirable

Master's Degree in Engineering

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

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

WSP in the U.S.

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