Project Delivery Leader, Traffic

RK&K; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering firm as a Project Delivery Leader in Traffic, where you will leverage over a decade of experience to lead impactful transportation projects. This role offers the unique opportunity to work remotely while traveling to project sites, ensuring your expertise in traffic engineering shapes urban, suburban, and rural environments. You will engage with clients, conduct essential traffic analysis, and oversee project staff, all while contributing to a culture of collaboration and trust. With excellent career advancement opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is perfect for those looking to make a difference in their community.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Matching

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in traffic engineering with a focus on design and analysis.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation planning studies and traffic operations analysis.
• Prepare documentation and design plans for traffic control devices.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

Communication Skills

Traffic Analysis Tools

Project Management

Public Speaking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

MSCE or higher degree

Tools

Synchro

VISSIM

SimTraffic

Job description

At RK&K, we are hiring a Project Delivery Leader in Traffic to support existing clients and develop new business firm-wide. As a senior member of our firmwide development team, you will lead various pursuits and projects related to transportation, focusing on current and new service areas. You will support public agencies on traffic analysis and design engineering programs across our portfolio.

This role can be remote with required travel to project sites as needed.

Essential Functions

• Perform transportation planning studies, traffic operations analysis, and design engineering plans.
• Support projects across all modes of travel, including highway, bus, rail, bicycle, and pedestrian in urban, suburban, and rural environments.
• Complete studies and develop traffic reports, presenting findings professionally to clients both on-site and virtually.
• Prepare documentation and design plans for traffic control devices, signals, signing, pavement markings, and ITS.
• Use traffic analysis tools like Synchro, VISSIM, and SimTraffic for modeling and simulations.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Facilitate meetings with clients and internal teams, and oversee project staff and sub-consultants.
• Serve as a liaison between clients and the firm.
• Ensure quality assurance and control of design work.
• Apply engineering judgment within the traffic engineering field.

Required Skills and Experience

• 10+ years of progressive experience in traffic engineering.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and public speaking skills.
• Experience with Highway Safety Manual, Highway Capacity Manual, and AASHTO guidelines.
• Advanced proficiency with Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, or similar simulation software.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain license within six months.
• Experience with traffic control device design using MUTCD standards.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• MSCE or higher degree.
• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification.
• Experience working in multiple states.

Other Duties

This description provides a general overview of the role and required skills but is not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

What We Offer

We offer excellent career advancement opportunities, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, tuition reimbursement, health/dental/vision/life/disability insurances, and a 401(k) plan with company matching.

Why RK&K?

RK&K is a full-service engineering and construction management firm with a culture of collaboration and trust. We are committed to community impact and professional growth. Join us to design your career and make a difference.

Design your career at RK&K. Apply today!