Senior Transportation Planner

Horrocks; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with 50% match

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Horrocks in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Senior Transportation Planner with 15+ years of experience in transportation planning to support and lead multimodal projects across Utah. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, strong understanding of national guidelines, and proficiency in GIS and planning tools.

This role involves managing various transportation projects, including trails and active transportation facilities, and offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in transportation planning and/or multimodal project development.
• Strong understanding of current national and local guidelines for bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports and planning documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support planning and development of active transportation facilities.
• Manage corridor studies and active transportation plans.
• Prepare and review technical reports for transportation and trail projects.

Skills

Transportation planning

GIS

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Transportation planning and analysis tools

Job description

Compensation: $120,000 - $170,000 per year

Department: Transportation

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Description

Unmatched Comp Time Policy: Hours worked over 40 in a week are paid at the usual hourly rate or can be banked as additional PTO.

At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from a company that values people as our greatest resource and recognizes our responsibility to the communities where we live and work. We are seeking a Senior Transportation Planner with experience in transportation planning to support and help lead active transportation, trail, and multimodal projects across Utah and the Intermountain West. This role is ideal for a planner who enjoys both technical and planning-level work and is passionate about improving mobility, connectivity, and quality of life through trails, shared-use paths, and complete streets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the planning and development of active transportation facilities, including shared-use paths, trails, bike lanes, and complete streets
• Manage corridor studies, concept studies, active transportation plans, feasibility studies, and NEPA/PEL-related planning efforts
• Prepare and review technical memoranda, reports, and planning documents for transportation and trail projects
• Lead and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including traffic, drainage, roadway, structures, utilities, and right-of-way
• Lead project management activities, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality control
• Analyze transportation, land use, and mobility data to inform planning recommendations
• Assist with and play a key role in public and stakeholder engagement efforts, including meetings, workshops, and presentations
• Communicate technical information clearly through strong written deliverables and verbal presentations
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Lead business development and client relationship efforts as appropriate

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field (required)
• 15+ years of experience in transportation planning and/or multimodal project development
• Experience managing active transportation, trails, or multimodal projects
• Strong understanding of current national and local guidelines, particularly for bicycle and pedestrian facilities
• Proficiency in GIS and/or transportation planning and analysis tools
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports, studies, and planning documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to clients, stakeholders, and public audiences
• Ability to work across multiple phases of planning projects
• Self‑motivated with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly with UDOT or on UDOT‑funded projects
• Experience with trail planning and design, including alignment development and user experience considerations
• Background in corridor planning, active transportation plans, or multimodal network development
• Experience working with state DOTs, MPOs, and/or local agencies
• Interest in innovative mobility solutions and emerging best practices in active transportation
• Experience supporting public involvement and stakeholder coordination
• Experience mentoring junior staff

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
• Professional development opportunities including in‑house training
• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure support

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. We provide fair and equal treatment to all candidates, including reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.