Senior Transit Planner & Project Leader, Multimodal

Mannik Smith Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and/or

Disability insurance

Generous paid time off

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

Professional development opportunities

Professional organization membership &

Job summary

Horrocks is seeking a Senior Transit Planner/Project Manager to lead transit and multimodal transportation projects across the mountain west from our Denver, CO location. The role focuses on planning studies, client growth, and public engagement, with a strong emphasis on data-driven recommendations and clear written deliverables.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in urban planning (master’s preferred) and extensive experience in transit planning and collaboration with public agencies.

Qualifications

• BOC degree in urban planning or closely related field is required.
• Master's degree is preferred for advanced planning responsibilities.
• 10+ years of relevant transit/planning experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead transit and transportation planning projects with PM oversight.
• Support client development and business growth initiatives.
• Manage studies including transit alignment, NEPA/PEL, corridors, and active transportation.
• Research and apply best planning practices in transit and multimodal projects.
• Analyze data to provide metrics, findings, and recommendations.
• Prepare clear technical deliverables and present to diverse audiences.
• Support public engagement with virtual and in-person outreach.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Public engagement

Data analysis

Written communication

Collaboration

Entrepreneurial spirit

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban planning

Master's degree in planning

Tools

GIS

Tableau

Job description

Horrocks is seeking a Senior Transit Planner/Project Manager to lead transit and multimodal transportation projects across the mountain west from our Denver, CO location. The role focuses on planning studies, client growth, and public engagement, with a strong emphasis on data-driven recommendations and clear written deliverables.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in urban planning (master’s preferred) and extensive experience in transit planning and collaboration with public agencies.