Senior Planner

Houston-Galveston Area Council; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston-Galveston Area Council seeks a Senior Planner to lead transportation planning initiatives across the region, enhancing mobility, safety, and multimodal connections. The role involves cross-functional collaboration, data analysis with Excel and ArcGIS, and producing actionable reports for regional impact.

The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of transportation planning principles, plus 5+ years working with local government or nonprofit programs, and proven project leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable academic discipline or related field of study.
• Minimum of 5 years working with local government, nonprofit programs, or in similar job-related duties.
• Solid understanding of transportation planning principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation planning initiatives across the region.
• Develop clear project scopes aligned with goals.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams for project success.
• Utilize Excel and ArcGIS to analyze data and inform decisions.
• Contribute to high-quality reports and recommendations.
• Assist with diverse topics including freight, active transportation, resiliency, safety, and RTP.
• Coordinate stakeholder involvement and public participation.
• Manage project budgets and timelines.

Skills

Transportation insight

Project execution

Stakeholder collaboration

Public engagement

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

About Houston-Galveston Area Council

The Houston-Galveston Area Council is one of the largest regional planning commissions in the country, with a diverse service area of 13 counties and more than7million people. We are the pulse of our region, addressing issues that cross city limits and county lines every single day.

We make decisions that affect our transportation system, ensure the safety and well‑being of our seniors, connect people to jobs, help families recover from natural disasters, preserve water quality for our children, and so much more. We work to make the region a great place to live, work, and thrive.

What will I be doing?

As a Senior Planner, you will be at the forefront of transportation planning projects that enhance mobility, safety, and multimodal connections across our region. Your work will directly impact millions of residents, making their daily lives better.

• Lead Transformation: Take the lead on transportation planning initiatives, driving positive change throughout the region.


• Scopes of Work: Develop clear project scopes, ensuring alignment with our goals.


• Team Management: Collaborate with internal and external teams to achieve project success.


• Data Insights: Utilize tools like Excel and ArcGIS to analyze data, uncover trends, and inform decision-making.


• Report Excellence: Contribute to high‑quality reports and project recommendations.


• Broad Expertise: Assist with diverse subjects, including freight, active transportation, resiliency, safety, and Regional Transportation Plan (RTP).


• Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinate stakeholder involvement and public participation.


• Budget and Timeline: Manage project budgets and timelines effectively.

Key Qualifications

• Transportation Insight: A solid understanding of transportation planning principles.


• Project Execution: Experience in sub-regional, corridor, regional, or access management planning.


• Stakeholder Collaboration: Skilled at consensus‑building and identifying key stakeholders.


• Public Engagement: Proficient in facilitating and executing public involvement activities.


• Project Leadership: Strong project management, communication, and presentation skills.


• ArcGIS Familiarity: Comfortable using ArcGIS software.

Do you have…

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable academic discipline or related field of study.


• Minimum of 5 years working with local government, nonprofit programs, or in similar job‑related duties.

Salary Range-$85,000.00-$97,267.00

All employees of H-GAC are required to reside within the agency’s region of service to support our commitment to excellence in serving our region.

H-GAC is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicablelaw.

All employees of H-GAC are required to reside within the agency’s region of service to support our commitment to excellence in service of our region.

H-GAC is an equal opportunity/ADA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or protected veteran status.