Senior Transportation Planner — Multimodal & ITS Lead

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disability coverage

Job summary

Tetra Tech, Inc. in Austin, Texas is seeking a Senior Transportation Planner to join the Transportation team. The role focuses on transportation planning, feasibility studies, safety analyses and ITS, including autonomous vehicles.

You will advise on transportation policy, long-range plans, and Transportation Improvement Programs. Strong analytical skills and client liaison are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in transportation planning and related fields.
• Bachelor's degree in urban planning, engineering or equivalent.
• Experience managing a team and coordinating with clients.

Responsibilities

• Oversees field work for transportation studies and prepares technical reports.
• Evaluates transportation alternatives and develops mitigation plans.
• Prepares budgets and schedules for projects; maintains client liaison.
• Advises on ITS, policy, and project selection for long-range plans and programs.
• Maintains liaison with joint venture partners, regulatory agencies and staff.

Skills

Experience leading a team

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Interpersonal relationships

Teamwork in diverse environment

Analytical transportation systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban planning or engineering

Master's degree in urban planning or engineering

Job description

Tetra Tech, Inc. in Austin, Texas is seeking a Senior Transportation Planner to join the Transportation team. The role focuses on transportation planning, feasibility studies, safety analyses and ITS, including autonomous vehicles.

You will advise on transportation policy, long-range plans, and Transportation Improvement Programs. Strong analytical skills and client liaison are essential for success in this position.