Transportation Planner

GHD; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Transportation Planner in our Atlanta, Georgia office to support multimodal transportation planning across the metro area. You will help public-sector clients advance plans, programs, and projects from concept through funding and implementation.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in transportation planning, strong GIS and data visualization skills, and the ability to engage with stakeholders and local governments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Planning or related field.
• 3–5 years of transportation planning experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with GIS, Power BI or equivalent visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and implement transportation plans and policies to improve mobility, safety, and sustainability.
• Conduct research and data analysis on transportation trends, patterns, and issues.
• Lead public engagement and stakeholder collaboration.
• Work on complete streets, active transportation and corridor study projects.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with local, regional, and state agencies to align initiatives with safety, resiliency, and sustainability.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of implemented plans and policies.
• Stay updated on transportation regulations, technologies, and best practices.
• Develop and lead community engagement activities.
• Assist in developing funding applications for transportation projects.

Skills

GIS

Power BI

Public engagement

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Planning or related field

Tools

GIS software

Mapping software

Job description

Bring your curiosity and determination to make a positive impact on the future of transport, and we’ll help you go all the way.

Join our team of globally connected specialists to help solve complex transport challenges and experience groundbreaking projects from idea to delivery, and beyond.

Who are we looking for?

GHD has an opportunity in our Atlanta, Georgia office for a Transportation Planner. We are seeking a driven, enthusiastic planner to support and help grow our Transportation Practice across metropolitan Atlanta and Georgia. This position will complement our existing team and strengthen our ability to help public-sector clients advance multimodal transportation plans, programs, and projects from concept through funding and implementation. The successful candidate is expected to have knowledge of local governments and transportation priorities in the Atlanta region and across Georgia, including TSPLOST and SPLOST programs, as well as an understanding of GDOT processes and project delivery. The candidate should also understand federal transportation funding and grant programs, including funding administered by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and be able to help clients identify, pursue, and implement appropriate funding opportunities.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Transportation planning focused on complete streets, corridor studies, active transportation and safe routes to school
• Application of data analysis, site assessment, design concepts and community engagement best practices in transportation planning

The ideal candidate would possess the following experience:

• Develop, analyze, and implement transportation plans and policies to improve mobility, safety, and sustainability
• Conduct research and data analysis on transportation trends, patterns, and issues
• Public engagement and stakeholder collaboration
• Complete streets, active transportation and corridor study projects
• Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders
• Collaborate with local, regional, and state agencies to align transportation initiatives with broader planning goals such as safety, resiliency, and sustainability
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of implemented transportation plans and policies
• Stay updated on current transportation regulations, technologies, and best practices
• Developing and leading community engagement activities
• Developing (or reviewing) funding applications for transportation projects preferred

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Community, City, or Regional Planning or equivalent related discipline
• At least 3-5 years transportation planning experience
• Proficient in collaborating effectively within a team setting
• Eager to learn project management, with direction and/or assistance from senior staff members
• An eagerness to bring high-quality transportation planning to all Georgia clients
• An understanding of how transportation planning and design is evolving, for example to include safety, sustainability and land use integration outcomes
• Strong written and verbal skills for communicating technical topics for client and public understanding
• Proficiency with analytical and visualization tools such as GIS, Power BI, or equivalent platforms for data analysis, mapping, and communicating transportation insights
• Knowledge of transportation regulations, policies, and funding mechanisms

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As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status