Lead Planner – Freeway Life Cycle Program

Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG); Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Collaborative environment

Job summary

A regional planning agency is seeking a Principal Planner in Phoenix, Arizona, to manage the Freeway Life Cycle Program. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience handling transportation projects and consulting teams. Strong communication skills and the ability to analyze infrastructure designs are essential for success in this role. Competitive salary and collaborative work environment offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in engineering, freeway and roadway design, or planning.
• Experience managing consultants or consultant teams.
• Ability to present complex technical information to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage scopes, schedules, and budgets of transportation planning studies.
• Analyze transportation infrastructure design and project risks.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for project design and implementation.

Skills

Excellent communication and writing skills

Time management

Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders

Technical knowledge presentation

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office products

Microsoft Teams

Zoom

Job description

A regional planning agency is seeking a Principal Planner in Phoenix, Arizona, to manage the Freeway Life Cycle Program. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience handling transportation projects and consulting teams. Strong communication skills and the ability to analyze infrastructure designs are essential for success in this role. Competitive salary and collaborative work environment offered.