AVP, Transactions Advisory, Traffic & Revenue Forecasting

Steer Ed; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) contribution

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous paid time off

Group Share Incentive Plan

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Steer Ed in New York, NY is hiring a seasoned professional to lead projects in Traffic and Revenue forecasting within the transportation industry. The role includes overseeing project delivery, fostering client relationships, and mentoring staff. Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of experience, specifically in T&R forecasting, along with strong technical skills in econometrics and network modeling. The position offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Traffic and Revenue forecasting.
• Technical background in Traffic, User Demand, or Ridership forecasting.
• Expertise in managing fast-paced T&R projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects as Task Manager and ensure quality standards.
• Develop long-term client relationships and promote business development.
• Mentor staff and foster a collaborative work environment.

Skills

Traffic and Revenue forecasting

Project management

Client relationship management

Technical network modelling

Econometric modelling

Education

Minimum of 10 years in transportation industry

Tools

Cube

EMME

Job description

What You’ll Work On

Steer is the top Technical Advisor for Transport transactions globally and has a strong reputation in providing Traffic and Revenue (T&R) services in North America (NA).

The type of similar projects you can expect to work on are:

• An investment‑grade forecast for a major toll highway concession, supporting investors and lenders.
• A connected‑vehicle / managed‑lane corridor assignment, factoring in how AVs and EVs could shift travel choices.
• A large parking program—citywide meters or a university garage portfolio—with demand shaped by policy and mobility trends.
• A refinancing / diligence support effort for a mature toll facility, with workshops and rapid responses to lender questions.
• An owner/operator performance‑monitoring engagement, interpreting results and advising on implications for strategy.

You will have the opportunity to help shape the future development and direction of the team and work across the most interesting and high‑profile transactions in the market.

Key Responsibilities

Delivering Projects

• Serve as Task Lead/Project Manager/Project Director on a portfolio of projects.
• Be responsible for project delivery and client management to ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Coordinate or project teams including providing on the job training and technical review role.
• Ability to see the bigger picture and understand client objectives but also be able to carry out detailed reviews and task delivery when needed.

Fostering Client Relationships & Business Development

• Develop long‑term relationships with key clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Support business development efforts, including pre‑positioning, proposal development, presentations, and negotiations.
• Stay informed about market trends to create compelling scopes that respond to client needs.
• Represent the organization externally, promoting its values and capabilities in the marketplace.

Wider Responsibilities

• Develop and mentor staff, focusing on technical skill development, career development, and performance management.
• Contribute to capability development and knowledge sharing across Steer.
• Provide leadership and support to a multidisciplinary team, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and high‑performing work environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the transportation industry with an emphasis on Traffic and Revenue (T&R) forecasting in the North America Highways Transactions market.
• Technical background in Traffic, User Demand, or Ridership forecasting – including the development of ridership models using Network Models and/or Econometric modelling.
• Proven ability to project manage fast‑paced T&R projects for primary and secondary highway transactions for private sector clients.

Preferred

• Expert technical network modelling skills in Cube and/or EMME.
• Expert technical skills in econometrics, choice modelling or other T&R techniques.
• Market/modal experience outside of highways (examples include, but are not limited to: parking, ferries, transit, EV charging, ports, airports).
• Technical background in other relevant areas outside of T&R (examples include, but are not limited to: EV/AV technology and forecasting, technical due diligence, business/strategic case development, funding/financing).
• Client relationships that could bring new opportunities to Steer.
• Business development mindset – looking for opportunities to cross‑sell and diversify current market.

Benefits That Support You

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 3% 401(k)/RRSP contribution.
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Generous paid time off including vacation, public holidays, sick time, and volunteering days—up to 44 days (US) and 47 days (Canada) annually.
• Group Share Incentive Plan, providing employees with the opportunity to share in the long‑term success of the firm.
• Commuter benefits (US).

Salary

Salary range for this role is 120,000 ~ 180,0000.

Be advised that this is an estimated benchmark salary of good faith. All compensation, regardless of location, may be subject to change as skills, abilities, and internal equity are considered. In addition to base salary, all employees will be eligible for an annual discretionary performance bonus. Steer reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional compensation.

Our Commitment to Fairness & Inclusion

At Steer, everyone is valued for their talent, curiosity, and potential. We recruit based on capability — not background or pedigree — and our interviewers are trained to run fair and inclusive processes that give every candidate an equitable opportunity to succeed.

We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all legally protected backgrounds. We provide accommodations throughout the hiring process and during employment to ensure everyone can participate fully.