Senior Professional Engineer / Project Manager - Traffic Engineering

TKDA; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 138,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Annual Incentive Plan

HSA Contributions

401(k) Match

ESOP

Paid Time Off

Job summary

TKDA seeks a Senior Professional Engineer / Project Manager - Traffic to lead the design and delivery of complex transportation systems, leveraging expertise in traffic design and operations.

You will mentor staff, partner with clients, and contribute to marketing plans while advancing projects in a collaborative environment. The role supports a hybrid work model with in-office Tue–Thu and WFH Mon & Fri, and collaborates with leaders to enhance project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• P.E. license in California.
• Minimum 10 years of transportation experience.
• Minimum 2 years managing multi-disciplinary projects; strong knowledge of the project development process.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Design Lead traffic related projects, including design and/or operations-focused work such as signing, pavement markings, traffic signals, lighting, ITS, construction staging, and maintenance of traffic; develop plans, specs and cost estimates.
• Conduct traffic operations, safety, and system performance analyses; prepare traffic study reports and memorandums.
• Ensure project goals are met within time and budget constraints.
• Establish work plans and staffing for project phases.
• Coordinate activities of engineers, technicians, and production staff.
• Market traffic engineering services to current and prospective clients.
• Cultivate relationships with traffic engineering community to partner on larger projects.
• Conduct client and internal meetings and reviews with governing agencies.
• Supervise design and technical development.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer CA

10+ years

Project management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

As a Senior Professional Engineer / Project Manager - Traffic, you will lead the design and delivery of complex, safe, and efficient transportation systems. This role is ideal for a candidate with a background in traffic design and/or traffic operations , bringing expertise in either (or a combination of both) to support impactful transportation projects.

You’ll partner with clients, mentor team members, and help shape impactful projects that improve mobility and safety in the communities we serve.

We take a “Seller-Doer” approach to business development. You will collaborate with the Traffic Group Manager and the Vice President of Surface Transportation Engineering to further advance our services and enhance our reputation by contributing to the development of marketing plans, cultivating / maintaining relations with clients and agency representatives, tracking prospective opportunities, developing proposals, and delivering client presentations.

Our employee-owned, multi-disciplined team thrives on collaboration and innovation, ensuring every project is optimized for cost efficiency and risk mitigation. Join us to make a tangible difference in the communities we serve, while advancing your career in a supportive, hybrid work environment.

Hybrid Work Environment: Tuesday - Thursday In-Office | Monday & Friday WFH

*We’re Moving! - TKDA is currently located in San Bernardino with plans to relocate to Downtown Riverside by October 2026. Additional information about the exact location of our Riverside office will be communicated by mid-June through a formal press release, so stay tuned!

Responsibilities

• Design Lead traffic related projects, including design and/or operations-focused work such as signing, pavement markings, traffic signals, lighting, intelligent transportation systems, construction staging, and/or maintenance of trafficDevelop plans, specifications and cost estimates
• OPsConduct traffic operations, safety, and/or system performance analyses; apply findings to support project design and decision making. Prepare traffic study reports and memorandums
• Ensure project goals are met within time and budget constraints
• Establish work plans and staffing for project phases
• Coordinate activities of engineers, technicians, and production staff
• Market traffic engineering services and capabilities to current and perspective clients
• Establish and cultivate relationships with the traffic engineering community to create opportunities to partner on larger projects
• Conduct client and internal meetings, and reviews with governing agencies
• Supervise design and technical development

We welcome candidates with strengths in either traffic design or traffic operations. Both are highly valued on our team!

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of California
• Minimum of 10 years of related transportation experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience managing multi-disciplined projects; strong working knowledge of the project development process including coordination with other disciplines during design and construction
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Desired Qualifications

• Previous business development experience demonstrated by a track record of securing new project opportunities
• Experience in traffic engineering projects with an emphasis in designsuch as plan development for signing, pavement markings, traffic signals, lighting, intelligent transportation systems, construction staging, and/or maintenance of traffic
• Strong working knowledge and previous experience with CADD software (MicroStation, AutoCAD, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills; Ability to write descriptive and technically accurate specifications and reports; Ability to participate in or lead project team meetings and client consultations
• PTOE Certification or interest in attaining PTOE Certification
• Previous experience in developing and evaluating transportation system and corridor alternatives
• Previous experience with traffic operations analysis, forecasting, and modeling
• Working knowledge of traffic analysis software (Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, etc.)

$137,500 - $182,500 a year

The listed salary range reflects only the base pay for candidates with 15 - 25 years of related experience. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities.

Join Our 100% Employee-Owned Firm

At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430+ professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
• Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses
• HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan
• 401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
• ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
• Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year

Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.

TKDA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, all applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements. TKDA does not sponsor any type of employment visas, including but not limited to H‑1B, F‑1 OPT/CPT, TN, or other work authorization programs.

*Pre-Employment Screening*

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

*Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies*

TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.