Mobility Planner / Engineer - Ottawa

Parsons Oman; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Mobility Planner in Ottawa, Ontario. This role involves championing transportation designs, participating in project management, and liaising with stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in Urban Planning or Civil Engineering, strong communication skills, and a solid understanding of transportation planning. Opportunities for growth and commitment to diversity are emphasized.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree required; advanced degrees appreciated.
• Relevant work experience in project's success must be demonstrated.
• Knowledge of planning policy frameworks and best practice guidelines.
• Registration as a Professional Planner or Engineer required.

Responsibilities

• Champion transportation designs and policy studies.
• Contribute to larger transportation projects and environmental assessments.
• Manage work with other disciplines and coordinate efforts.
• Prepare technical reports and proposals.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Proficiency in English

Knowledge of transportation planning themes

Creative problem solver

Education

4-year degree in Urban/Regional Planning or Civil Engineering

Masters degrees and other certifications

Job description

Job Description

Ready to put your expertise to work on marquee transportation projects that will move the needle towards transportation systems that are sustainable, efficient, equitable, and inclusive? Parsons is now hiring a Mobility Planner to help support transportation projects in Eastern Ontario. We are looking for those with a passion for the study, planning, and design of infrastructure such as complete streets, pathways, cycling facilities, transit priority and rapid transit facilities, and associated area‑wide networks, programs, and plans.

Specific Responsibilities

• Champion the completion of transportation designs, plans and policy studies, including the evaluation of alternative planning and engineering solutions to integrated mobility challenges/opportunities;
• Contribute to the completion of larger transportation projects of varying complexity, including corridor studies, environmental assessments, master plans, area studies, etc.;
• Be informed of emerging trends in transportation planning/engineering, including place‑making, greening, accessibility, inclusion, and diversity;
• Manage or coordinate the work of other disciplines and firms and work within a team environment;
• Contribute to the preparation of technical report and proposals;
• Prepare and deliver presentations to clients, stakeholders, and the community;
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and municipal staff as required;
• Prepare project planning schedules and budgets; and
• Contribute to business development activities including networking and developing new client relationships.

Role and Location

Parsons is looking for more than one person to add to our team. We are open to customizing positions for a broad range of seniority, ranging from junior/intermediate staff to seasoned senior professionals and industry leaders.

Preferred Education / Experience

• 4‑year degree in Urban/Regional Planning or Civil Engineering is required, with masters degrees and other studies and certifications appreciated;
• Relevant work experience should be demonstrated, with the individual’s role in their project successes articulated;
• Candidate should have a technical background in transportation planning, as well as a solid understanding of planning policy frameworks, best practice guidelines, planning and design techniques, evaluation methodologies, and performance measurement; and
• Registration as a Professional Planner or Professional Engineer, or evidence of pursuit of registration, is required.

Skills / Competencies

• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Proficiency in English (oral and written) is required. Bilingual English/French is not required but is considered a strong asset;
• Knowledge of transportation planning themes, practices, and guidelines; and
• Creative, flexible problem solver, and team player.

Additional Information

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities.

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