Senior Traffic Engineering Leader - Strategy and Growth

AleraInfoTech; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

JMT in Columbia, SC is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to lead the traffic practice across South Carolina, manage diverse projects, and foster client relationships.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, proposal writing, staff mentorship, and collaboration with clients, contractors and government agencies to deliver safe and efficient roadway systems.

Candidates should have a strong background in traffic studies, design, and project management with SCDOT familiarity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of traffic engineering design, planning and analysis.
• BSCE from ABET-accredited engineering program.
• South Carolina Registered Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate strategic growth plan with office managers and practice leaders.
• Establish and grow market presence in South Carolina through marketing and business development.
• Manage financial budget for region/department and allocate resources accordingly.
• Lead and contribute to the production of proposals.
• Serve as a technical resource to project managers and staff.
• Establish resource staffing needs and interview/hire staff.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Project leadership

Proposal writing

Business development

Staff mentoring

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

BSCE (ABET accredited)

SC Professional Engineer

CPTOE certification preferred

Tools

Traffic analysis software

Simulation modeling software

Job description

JMT in Columbia, SC is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to lead the traffic practice across South Carolina, manage diverse projects, and foster client relationships.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, proposal writing, staff mentorship, and collaboration with clients, contractors and government agencies to deliver safe and efficient roadway systems.

Candidates should have a strong background in traffic studies, design, and project management with SCDOT familiarity.