Traffic Analyst I

HNTB Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation in New York, NY is seeking a motivated planning professional to join our Transportation Planning Practice within the New York Planning & Environment Group. You will apply advanced data analysis, traffic engineering judgment, and broad technical knowledge to deliver solutions across bike, pedestrian, rail, bus and freight mobility projects for New York City clients.

The role involves gathering and analyzing traffic data, developing maps, exhibits and reporting, and coordinating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Researches and collects raw data, analyzes and reviews data for projects.
• Performs project analysis using technical guidance and software.
• Supports development of maps, exhibits, and presentation materials.
• Conducts research on planning issues, policies, and concepts.
• Develops conceptual planning alternatives for urban and transportation projects.
• Prepares plans, studies, reports, and environmental documents for transportation projects.
• Supports stakeholder and public participation processes.
• Maintains project records and files.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Traffic flow theory

Synchro

VISSIM

Bentley LEGION

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in Traffic Engineering, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning (preferred)

Tools

Synchro

VISSIM

Bentley LEGION

GIS

Job description

What We're Looking For At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners. HNTB is seeking a highly motivated and talented professional to join our growing Transportation Planning Practice within the New York Planning & Environment Group. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to key transportation engineering & planning projects, including bike, ped, rail, bus and freight mobility improvements, while supporting New York City clients on a wide range of engineering & planning efforts. The successful candidate will apply advanced data analysis skills, sound traffic engineering & planning judgment, and a broad base of technical knowledge to deliver impactful solutions. This opportunity entails being responsible for applying traffic engineering & planning strategies utilizing various technologies and tools to gather and analyze traffic data, assess outcomes, and develop reporting and visuals to effectively communicate findings. This position assists with tasks for traffic engineering & planning projects including research, studies, and documentation, coordinating with inter-disciplinary team members, from concept development through project completion.

Locations: New York, NY . . . . . . . The approximate pay range for New York is $74,202.07 - $111,303.10. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position based on all selected locations within the state at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don’t have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB’s spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities. Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value. When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer HNTB is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law.

We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.

Work Authorization In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E-Verify Know your rights: Right to Work

What You'll Do:

• Researches and collects raw data, organizes, analyzes and provides review of the data for use in projects and for further analysis.
• Performs project analysis using technical guidance and software.
• Assists project team members with various support tasks such as development of maps, exhibits, presentation materials, and reporting.
• Conducts research on issues, policies, and concepts pertaining to planning.
• Assists in the development of conceptual planning alternatives for urban and transportation planning projects
• Performs tasks related to the preparation and production of plans, studies, reports, and environmental documents for transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Assists in stakeholder and public participation process.
• Maintains records, collections and files related to specific projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Engineering, or related field

What You'll Bring:

• Knowledge of traffic flow theory.
• Experience with traffic simulation tools (e.g., Synchro, VISSIM); pedestrian simulation experience with Bentley LEGION.
• Understands GIS software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Compiles and summarizes data (i.e., census data, land use data) with direction from more experienced staff.
• Reviews, prepares, and summarizes relevant research for more experienced staff to review.
• Contributes to reports and assists in material preparation for presentations with direction from more experienced staff.

What We Prefer:

• Master's degree in Traffic Engineering, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, or related field.
• Previous work experience in traffic engineering field through an internship or prior employment.
• EIT or AICP Candidate status preferred.