Principal Transportation Planner

ICF; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 98,614 - 167,644; Full time

Job summary

ICF in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Principal Transportation Planner to lead the development of innovative, high-quality transportation plans and manage multiple projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in transportation planning and a Master’s degree in a related field. Responsibilities include managing project schedules, facilitating outreach activities, and driving business development. The role offers a pay range of $98,614 to $167,644 and emphasizes strong communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in transportation planning, policy, or related fields.
• Experience with state, regional, local transportation planning, especially in the Southern Southeast states.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of high-quality transportation plans and studies.
• Manage project schedules and budgets.
• Facilitate workshops and outreach activities.
• Identify and recruit new hire candidates.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Proven business development capabilities

Collaborative work with project teams and clients

Education

Master’s degree in urban planning, public policy, economics, environmental science, or related

Job description

Principal Transportation Planner

Target Start Date: Summer 2026 (Flexible)

About ICF’s Transportation Line Of Business

ICF’s Transportation Line of Business specializes in addressing complex planning, policy, and program issues at the nexus of transportation and the environment, energy, and communities. The work focuses on integrated approaches that support sustainable transportation decisions, addressing mobility, safety, environmental, social, and economic effects of transportation. Services include strategic planning, research, policy analysis, outreach, training, and program evaluation for federal, state, and local governments, including the U.S. Department of Transportation, state departments of transportation, and metropolitan planning organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of innovative, accurate, timely, and high‑quality products and services, focusing on state, regional, and local transportation plans and studies, typically working on multiple projects with staff at all levels.
• Manage project schedules and budgets.
• Facilitate workshops and outreach activities.
• Lead development of new business opportunities with a focus on state and local clients.
• Identify industry trends and work with division senior leadership to position ICF for long‑term growth.
• Lead identification and recruitment of new hire candidates, as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in urban planning, public policy, economics, environmental science, transportation/civil engineering, or related subjects, or equivalent professional experience.
• 10+ years of experience in transportation planning, policy, environmental issues, economics, or asset management.
• Experience working on state, regional, or local transportation plans or policy issues, especially in the Mid‑Atlantic or Southern Southeast states.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience within a consulting environment leading business development initiatives.

Required Professional Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proven business development capabilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project teams and clients to achieve established goals.

Pay Range

$98,614.00 – $167,644.00 – Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available, including for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail]. All information you provide will be kept confidential and used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

ICF is committed to a fair interview process based on skills and knowledge. AI tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews are not permitted. However, candidates requiring AI assistance as part of an accommodation are encouraged to contact us in advance at [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing necessary support.