Transportation Analyst (Modeling)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,400 - 119,600; Full time

Job summary

A major consulting firm based in New York City is seeking a Transportation Analyst to join their multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates should have 1-2 years of experience in transportation engineering or planning. Responsibilities include developing travel demand models and analyzing transportation datasets using software tools like Python and Excel. The position requires strong quantitative and analytical skills, with a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred. This hybrid role necessitates at least three days per week in the office, with a competitive salary range of $85,400 to $119,600 annually.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in transportation engineering or planning.
• EIT license or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and applying travel demand models.
• Process and analyze large transportation datasets.
• Support scenario analysis and model calibration.
• Summarize results for reports and presentations.

Skills

Data analysis using Python

Transportation software (VISSIM, Cube)

Large databases management

GIS tools (ArcGIS, QGIS)

Quantitative and analytical skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field

Advanced degrees (master’s or PhD)

Tools

Cube

TransCAD

Python

Excel

Power BI

Job description

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.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking a Transportation Analyst to join our multidisciplinary team in the New York City office. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of experience in transportation engineering or planning. The team specializes in traffic and revenue forecasting for toll facilities across the United States, offering a unique blend of transportation engineering, planning, and economics expertise. We value training, collaboration, and interpersonal connections, which are strengthened by working side‑by‑side with colleagues. This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, maintaining, and applying travel demand models.
• Process and analyze large transportation datasets, including traffic counts, transit ridership, origin‑destination data, and toll transactions.
• Support travel demand model calibration, validation, and scenario analysis.
• Prepare model inputs, execute model scenarios, and summarize results for reports and presentations.
• Utilize modeling software and tools such as Cube, TransCAD, VISUM, or similar platforms.
• Automate data processing and analysis workflows using Python, SQL, and Excel.
• Collaborate with senior modelers, planners, and engineers on technical tasks and project deliverables.
• Develop technical manuals and draft technical memorandums specifically related to modeling processes.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience with data analysis using Python, R, SQL, or MATLAB.
• Experience with transportation software such as VISSIM, Cube, TransCAD, VISUM, HCS, Synchro, or Legion.
• Experience working with large databases, dashboard development, and related software (Power BI, Tableau).
• Familiarity with GIS tools such as ArcGIS, QGIS, or GeoPandas.
• Understanding of travel demand modeling concepts and typical application procedures.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Capacity to manage multiple assignments concurrently.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Transportation Planning, City and Regional Planning, Operations Research, or a related field. Advanced degrees (master’s or PhD) are considered a plus.
• Minimum of 1 year of professional experience is preferred. Previous internship experience a plus.
• Engineering in Training (EIT) license, successful completion of the FE exam, or ability to obtain EIT within six months of employment.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Pay Range

• Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP)-$85,400.00 - $119,600.00 Annually

Primary Location: United States | NY | New York
Organization: 1934 Transpt-US NY Plan, Eng & Toll Roads-New York NY
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 03/02/2026 09:02:08
Req ID: 1004048

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