Lead Traffic Engineer for Growth & Impact

AECOM; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 onboarding

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a motivated and experienced professional to lead our traffic engineering services in Iowa and Nebraska, based in Waterloo, Des Moines, IA or Omaha, NE. The role involves building and guiding teams, managing projects, and coordinating with DOTs and municipalities to solve complex transportation challenges.

The successful candidate will oversee planning/analysis and PS&E development, drive business growth, and mentor staff while delivering high-quality transportation solutions

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or related field with 8+ years of related experience.
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering is preferred.
• Professional Engineer license in Iowa or Nebraska or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead, build, and support a team of professionals to deliver traffic analysis, forecasting, and planning.
• Develop plan sheets, specifications, estimates, and technical memos.
• Coordinate with internal discipline groups and external clients/sub-consultants.
• Manage projects, recruit staff, and develop client relationships in IA and NE.
• Deliver tasks on schedule and within budget while upholding quality standards.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Team Leadership

Business Development

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Synchro

VISSIM

Job description

AECOM is seeking a motivated and experienced professional to lead our traffic engineering services in Iowa and Nebraska, based in Waterloo, Des Moines, IA or Omaha, NE. The role involves building and guiding teams, managing projects, and coordinating with DOTs and municipalities to solve complex transportation challenges.

The successful candidate will oversee planning/analysis and PS&E development, drive business growth, and mentor staff while delivering high-quality transportation solutions