Traffic Division Manager

Neglia Group; Lyndhurst (NJ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid flexibility

Remote work option

Job summary

Neglia Group is seeking an experienced Traffic Division Manager to lead and grow our Transportation group, taking ownership of the day-to-day traffic engineering practice, developing the team, and expanding the division.

You will lead traffic studies, NJDOT access permits, signal design, and board support; mentor engineers and technicians; appear at Planning and Zoning Board hearings 2–3 evenings weekly; build strong municipal and private developer relationships.

Qualifications

• Licensed PE in NJ or NY; PP a plus.
• Strong municipal traffic engineering experience and board testimony.
• Proven ability to manage projects, people, and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead traffic studies, NJDOT access permits, signal design, and board support.
• Manage and mentor traffic engineers and technicians.
• Appear at municipal Planning and Zoning Board hearings 2-3 evenings per week.
• Build strong client relationships with municipalities and private developers.
• Help shape the future direction of the traffic practice.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Traffic engineering

Communication skills

Board testimony

Education

Licensed PE in NJ or NY

Professional Planner (PP) certification

Job description

Neglia Group is looking for an experienced Traffic Division Manager to lead and grow our Transportation group. This is a turnkey leadership role. You will take ownership of the day-to-day traffic engineering practice, develop the team, and continue evolving the division so it runs smoothly and expands.

Responsibilities

• Lead traffic studies, NJDOT access permits, signal design, and board support
• Manage and mentor traffic engineers and technicians
• Appear at municipal Planning and Zoning Board hearings 2-3 evenings per week
• Build strong client relationships with municipalities and private developers
• Help shape the future direction of the traffic practice

Qualifications

• Licensed PE in New Jersey or New York (PP a plus)
• Solid experience in municipal traffic engineering and board testimony

Required Skills

• Proven ability to manage projects, people, and deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter who can operate with limited oversight
• Experience in traffic engineering

Work arrangement

Hybrid flexibility. Base can be Lyndhurst or Mountainside, with remote work available. Expectation is regular in-person presence and board appearances 2-3 times per week.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants real ownership of a traffic division and the chance to grow it.