Transportation Consultant (8-12 years)

Fehr-; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

401(k) matching

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Benefits

Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave

Paid parental leave (8 weeks)

Mentoring & career development

R&D group participation

Job summary

Fehr & Peers is seeking an experienced transportation planning or engineering consultant with approximately 8–12 years of experience to grow our Central Florida presence from the Orlando office. The role blends technical delivery with business development, client relationship building, and project leadership to deliver exceptional results for our clients.

The position follows a hybrid schedule, with at least three days per week in our downtown Orlando office.

Qualifications

• Approximately 8–12 years of transportation planning or engineering consulting experience.
• Demonstrated success leading complex transportation projects from proposal through delivery.
• Experience developing client relationships and contributing to practice growth through business development and repeat work.
• Established relationships and experience working with Florida State and local agencies, institutional clients, developers, and private-sector organizations, with strong knowledge of the Central Florida transportation market.
• Strong communication, presentation, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
• A collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentoring and developing staff.
• Professional registration (PE or AICP, as appropriate) or the ability to obtain it if applicable.
• Openness to exploring and responsibly using new technologies and tools, while maintaining critical thinking and professional judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation planning and engineering projects from pursuit through successful delivery, serving as the primary point of contact for clients and project teams.
• Manage and deliver transportation planning and/or engineering projects in corridor studies, traffic operations analyses, and related areas including PS&E for transportation projects.
• Manage direct client interaction and communication with the public through community engagement.
• Build and strengthen relationships with public agencies, private-sector clients, developers, and other partners to grow the practice in Central Florida.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, contributing to client strategy, proposals, interviews, and long-term relationship development.
• Collaborate with office and regional leadership to grow Fehr & Peers' presence and reputation in the local market.
• Mentor and develop staff while fostering collaborative, high-performing project teams.
• Contribute to the long-term success of the Orlando office through leadership and practice growth.

Skills

Project leadership

Business development

Transportation planning

Public engagement

Communication skills

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Education

Professional registration (PE or AICP)

Job description

At Fehr & Peers, our most successful consultants combine technical expertise with strong client relationships, business development, and project leadership. We're seeking an experienced transportation planning or engineering consultant with approximately 8–12 years of experience who is excited to continue growing our presence in the Central Florida area while delivering exceptional work for our clients.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing project delivery with business development, has established relationships within the Central Florida transportation market, and is motivated to help expand our practice while mentoring others. The position follows a hybrid schedule, with an expectation of at least three days per week in our downtown Orlando office.

What You'll Do

• Lead transportation planning and engineering projects from pursuit through successful delivery, serving as the primary point of contact for clients and project teams.
• Manage and deliver transportation planning and/or engineering projects in one or more of the following areas, depending on your background: corridor studies, transportation impact analyses, multimodal plans, active transportation projects, safety analysis, mobility impact fees, traffic operations analyses, transportation system planning, travel demand forecasting, conceptual design, and preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for transportation engineering projects, including complete streets, bikeways, traffic signal, signing/striping, and lighting projects.
• Manage direct client interaction and communication with members of the public through community engagement.
• Build and strengthen relationships with public agencies, private-sector clients, developers, institutions, and other partners throughout the region.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, contributing to client strategy, proposals, interviews, and long‑term relationship development.
• Collaborate with office and regional leadership to grow Fehr & Peers' presence and reputation in the local market.
• Serve as a trusted advisor by understanding clients' goals and delivering practical, innovative transportation solutions.
• Mentor and develop staff while fostering collaborative, high‑performing project teams.
• Contribute to the long‑term success of the Orlando office through leadership, collaboration, and practice growth.
• Embrace opportunities to learn and adopt new tools, technologies, and ways of working that enhance day‑to‑day work, while maintaining professional judgment, critical thinking, and accountability for results.

Qualifications

• Approximately 8–12 years of transportation planning or engineering consulting experience.
• Demonstrated success leading complex transportation projects from proposal through delivery.
• Experience developing client relationships and contributing to practice growth through business development and repeat work.
• Established relationships and experience working with Florida State and local agencies, institutional clients, developers, and private‑sector organizations, with strong knowledge of the Central Florida transportation market.
• Strong communication, presentation, facilitation, and relationship‑building skills.
• A collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentoring and developing staff.
• Professional registration (PE or AICP, as appropriate) or the ability to obtain it if applicable.
• Openness to exploring and responsibly using new technologies and tools, while maintaining critical thinking and professional judgment.

At Fehr & Peers, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of transportation in Florida while helping grow an established practice alongside a collaborative team. We empower our consultants to build lasting client relationships, pursue meaningful opportunities, mentor the next generation of professionals, and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

$110,000 - $150,000 a year

Placement within the stated pay range will be determined based upon education, experience, and qualifications.

Benefit Highlights:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) Plan with matching and profit sharing.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Commuter Benefits.
• Paid Vacation, holidays and sick leave.
• 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
• Mentoring and Career Development programs.
• Research and Development group participation, and more.

EEO: Fehr & Peers is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We recruit, hire, develop, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We value the unique experiences, perspectives, and contributions of our employees and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Nondiscrimination: Fehr & Peers ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources.