Transportation Consultant (8‐12 years)

Fehr & Peers; Tacoma (WA); Híbrido; USD 140 000 - 180 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dis능

401(k) Plan with matching and profit分享

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Benefits

Paid Vacation, holidays and sick leave

8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

Mentoring and Career Development

R&D group participation

Resumo da oferta

Fehr & Peers in Tacoma seeks an experienced transportation planning or engineering consultant with 8–12 years of experience to help grow our South Sound presence and lead projects from pursuit through delivery.

The role emphasizes business development, client relationships, mentoring staff, and collaboration with leadership to expand our local practice while delivering practical, innovative transportation solutions. Hybrid schedule with three days in the Tacoma office.

Qualificações

• 8–12 years of transportation planning or engineering consulting experience.
• Experience leading complex transportation projects from proposal through delivery.
• Established relationships with Washington agencies and private sector clients.
• PE or AICP certification, or ability to obtain it.
• Hybrid schedule with at least three days in Tacoma office.

Responsabilidades

• Lead transportation planning and engineering projects from pursuit through delivery for clients and project teams.
• Develop and manage client relationships and pursue new business opportunities.
• Mentor and develop staff while fostering high‑performing project teams.
• Collaborate with leadership to grow Fehr & Peers' presence in the Tacoma market.
• Deliver practical, innovative transportation solutions aligned with client goals.

Conhecimentos

Transportation planning

Project leadership

Business development

Client relationship building

Mentoring

Team leadership

Formação académica

PE or AICP certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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 help grow our presence in the South Sound while delivering exceptional work for our clients. This role will help grow our Tacoma office.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing project delivery with business development, has established relationships within the South Puget Sound and/or the Central Washington transportation markets, 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 Tacoma 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 a variety of transportation projects, which may include co corridor studies, transportation impact analyses, multimodal plans, active transportation projects, campus and institutional planning, environmental review, traffic operations analyses, and transportation system planning.
• 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 Tacoma 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 result

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 Washington State and local agencies, institutional clients, developers, and private‑sector organizations, with strong knowledge of the South Puget Sound and/or Central Washington 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 Washington 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.

$140,000 - $180,000 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.

Full information about the benefits we offer can be found by visiting our careers page.

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.