Senior Transportation Planner — Trail & Multimodal Leader

Mannik Smith Group; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) match

Paid time off

Professional development

Licensure support

Job summary

Horrocks is seeking a Senior Transportation Planner to lead active transportation, trail, and multimodal projects across the Intermountain West. The role blends technical planning with leadership to improve mobility, connectivity, and quality of life through trails and complete streets.

The position requires guiding studies, NEPA/PEL-related work, mentoring staff, and delivering clear technical reports and presentations to clients and stakeholders.

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

Job description

Horrocks is seeking a Senior Transportation Planner to lead active transportation, trail, and multimodal projects across the Intermountain West. The role blends technical planning with leadership to improve mobility, connectivity, and quality of life through trails and complete streets.

The position requires guiding studies, NEPA/PEL-related work, mentoring staff, and delivering clear technical reports and presentations to clients and stakeholders.