Traffic Engineer- Project Manager

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 114,500 - 166,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Wellness programs

401(k) and employee stock purchase plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading consulting firm seeks a Traffic Engineer- Project Manager in New York, NY. The successful candidate will lead transportation projects, ensuring their effectiveness through planning and engineering analysis, and collaborate with various stakeholders. The candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a PE license. This position offers competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package including health plans, 401(k), and paid family leave.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of transportation planning and traffic engineering principles.
• Familiarity with NEPA guidelines and regional standards (NY, NJ, CT).
• Proficiency in standard business software.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation planning studies, traffic impact analyses, and safety assessments.
• Design and oversee traffic data collection and analysis.
• Prepare technical reports, memoranda, and presentations.

Skills

Transportation planning

Traffic engineering principles

Excellent communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

PE license (preferably in NY, NJ, or CT)

Tools

Synchro

HCS

Excel

VISSIM

ArcGIS

Job description

Traffic Engineer- Project Manager

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

We create the connections that get people and goods moving—whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet. Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.

Your Opportunity

• Lead transportation planning studies, traffic impact analyses, and safety assessments
• Contribute to Environmental Impact Assessments and Planning and Environmental Linkages studies
• Design and oversee traffic data collection and analysis
• Collaborate with roadway and structural engineers on iterative design processes
• Ensure quality and consistency through QA/QC reviews
• Manage project budgets and client communications
• Present technical concepts at public meetings and support stakeholder engagement
• Coordinate modeling efforts and integrate results into planning recommendations
• Prepare technical reports, memoranda, and presentations
• Support business development through proposal writing and interviews

About You

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• PE license (preferably in NY, NJ, or CT); PTOE and/or RSP certifications are a plus
• Strong understanding of transportation planning and traffic engineering principles
• Familiarity with NEPA guidelines and regional standards (NY, NJ, CT)
• Proficiency in Synchro, HCS, and standard business software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with VISSIM, ArcGIS, or Adobe Illustrator is a bonus
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical findings for diverse audiences
• Proven leadership and ability to manage interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Wellness programs and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans
• Life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Paid family leave, holidays, vacation, and sick time

Pay Range: Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP) - Min Salary $114,500.00 - Max Salary $166,100.00

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Primary Location: United States | NY | New York

Organization: 1934 Transpt‑US NY Plan, Eng & Toll Roads-New York NY

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: Replacement

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 22/09/2025 06:09:20

Req ID: 1002392

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.