Senior Transit Planner or Project Manager

Horrocks; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with 50% match up to 6%

Professional development support

Job summary

A leading company in civil engineering seeks a Senior Transit Planner or Project Manager. The role involves leading transit projects, analyzing data, and engaging with the community. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in urban planning and excellent communication skills. Enjoy competitive benefits and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience with client management and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support transit and transportation planning projects.
• Analyze transportation, land use, equity, transit, and economic data.

Skills

Communication

Data Analysis

GIS

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban planning

Master's degree in urban planning

Tools

GIS

Job description

Senior Transit Planner or Project Manager

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Position Overview

Description:

Department: Transportation

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Unmatched Comp Time Policy: Hours worked over 40 in a week can be reimbursed as additional pay at an equivalent hourly rate or banked as additional PTO.

At Horrocks, we value our people as our greatest resource and are committed to community responsibility. We seek a dedicated individual to join our planning team to lead transit and multimodal transportation projects across the mountain west, serving clients such as transit agencies, state DOTs, MPOs, and cities in Utah and beyond. Our team is based in Utah, and we aim to expand our regional reach.

Responsibilities, Expectations, and Duties

• Lead and support transit and transportation planning projects, including transit alignment, mode analyses, PEL or NEPA planning, corridor and active transportation plans, and rural, tribal, small urban transit system plans.
• Research and implement innovative planning practices.
• Analyze transportation, land use, equity, transit, and economic data to inform planning recommendations.
• Communicate technical information effectively and prepare detailed deliverables.
• Support public engagement efforts through virtual and in-person outreach.

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning or related field required; master's preferred.
• 8+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience with client management and business development.
• Experience working with public transit agencies and public sector entities.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, ability to work independently and in teams.
• Proficiency in research, GIS, data analysis, visualization, and technical writing.
• Ability to create visuals for planning documents and presentations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Effective collaboration with stakeholders and team members.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) with 50% match up to 6%.
• Professional development and licensure support.

Why Horrocks?

Enjoy a dynamic, flexible work environment with passionate colleagues. Opportunities to diversify projects and advance your career. Position can be based anywhere in the western U.S., reporting to our Cottonwood Heights, UT office.

Recent projects include:

• TechLink TRAX Study
• Davis-Salt Lake Connector BRT
• Millcreek Sidewalks and Trails Master Plan
• Alpine & Highland Active Transportation Plans
• Granary District Area Plan
• Midvale Station Area Plan

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from women and minorities. We promote equal pay and opportunity, leadership development, training, and mentoring.

Visit our website: www.horrocks.com

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Civil Engineering