Senior Traffic Engineer/Project Manager

STV, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer/Project Manager to lead innovative transportation projects in Austin, TX. This role involves providing technical expertise in traffic engineering, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. The successful candidate will work collaboratively across multiple project teams, ensuring compliance with codes and standards while engaging in business development. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of traffic engineering. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and inclusion, and help shape the future of transportation in Texas.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability and life insurance

401(k) plan with retirement counseling

Paid time off

Parental leave

Continuing education programs

Support for professional licensure

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Traffic Engineering and transportation projects.
• Registered Texas Professional Engineer license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead traffic engineering and ITS projects, including signal design.
• Conduct traffic studies and develop final plans for various agencies.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

Signal Design

Traffic Software (HCS, Synchro, VISSIM)

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation OpenRoads

Power BI

Tableau

ESRI ArcGIS

Job description

STV is seeking an energetic and highly motivated Senior Traffic Engineer/Project Manager for our Austin, TX office. The successful candidate will provide leadership on traffic engineering projects, coordinate with various teams within STV, and be involved with projects across Texas and other central U.S. markets.

This position requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in Traffic Engineering and an interest in working on transportation projects with State DOTs, local governments, and the private sector.

Primary roles and responsibilities:

1. Lead technical services on traffic engineering and ITS projects, including traffic signal design, ITS design, signal timing analyses, lighting, ADA/sidewalk design, signing, and pavement marking.
2. Conduct traffic engineering studies such as impact analyses, signal timing plans, simulation modeling, warrants, speed studies, capacity analysis, safety, and parking studies.
3. Develop final plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for various agencies in collaboration with team members.
4. Prepare reports and presentations on project outcomes.
5. Mentor and train less experienced staff.
6. Manage tasks and interact with clients as needed.
7. Integrate into multiple project delivery teams with overlapping schedules across different states.
8. Review work for accuracy, ensuring quality assurance and control.
9. Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.
10. Engage in business development by pursuing new clients and developing existing relationships.
11. Contribute to proposal development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited program.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience.
• Registered Texas Professional Engineer license.
• Experience in traffic signal design, timing, illumination, operational, and capacity analysis.
• Proficiency with traffic software such as HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, CORSIM, SIDRA, and transportation planning tools like TransCAD and CUBE.
• Experience with CAD applications like AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation OpenRoads.
• Knowledge of data analysis and visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau is desirable.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with TxDOT and Texas city/county projects is preferred.
• Active participation in professional societies encouraged.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Compensation Range:

$100,226.48 - $133,635.31

We encourage candidates who may not meet every requirement to apply, as diversity and inclusion are core values at STV. Your unique background might make you the perfect fit for this or other roles.

Benefits include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with retirement counseling
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
• Back-up dependent care and continuing education programs
• Support for professional licensure and memberships

STV is committed to fair and transparent pay practices. The listed salary range is an estimate; final offers depend on various factors including experience and location.