Transportation Planner

Tkda; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 84,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Discretionary bonuses

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

Join TKDA's Planning Services team as a Transportation Planner, where you will lead projects, mentor graduate planners, and engage in transportation planning efforts. The role includes developing designs, managing project aspects, and engaging diverse stakeholders.

TKDA offers a hybrid work environment with 3 days on-site and 2 days remote. Salary ranges from $84,000 to $95,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Enjoy a range of benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant planning experience.
• 1 year prior project management experience.
• Experience juggling tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects and mentor graduate planners.
• Engage with stakeholders and community groups.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation.

Skills

Project management

Public engagement

Communication skills

Proficiency with Adobe Suite

Graphics and illustrations

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in transportation planning, urban planning, civil engineering, landscape architecture or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Adobe Create Suite

Job description

Join TKDA's Planning Services team and elevate your career in transportation planning. With us, you'll tackle meaningful projects, collaborate with industry experts, and find ample opportunities for professional growth and development.

As a Transportation Planner, you will lead projects, mentor graduate planners, and collaborate with expert professionals on a variety of small to large-scale projects. You will become engaged in all aspects of the planning and design process, including community / stakeholder engagement, planning documentation, and program management through to construction administration. We offer an energizing work environment where our focus is to further advance and diversify our planning and community engagement services.

We take a “Seller-Doer” approach to business development. You will work closely with senior leaders throughout the Surface Transportation division to elevate our services and strengthen our reputation by shaping marketing strategies, nurturing relationships with clients and agency partners, identifying and tracking business opportunities, developing compelling proposals, and delivering impactful presentations and projects.

Hybrid Work Environment: Tuesday - Thursday In-Office | Monday & Friday WFH

Job Responsibilities

• Develop schematic designs, corridor studies, and transportation plans
• Lead all aspects of project management (planning, coordinating, and monitoring) for assigned projects
• Apply effective written and verbal communication skills when preparing technical reports and documentation, participating in project team meetings, and interacting with community members and clients; ability to scale and present technical information to small and large audiences
• Engage with a diverse audience of stakeholders and community groups through meetings, workshops, and open houses
• Manage online engagement forums and focus groups
• Develop communication and marketing materials and other graphics for a diverse group of clients
• Market and showcase planning services and capabilities to current and prospective clients; contribute to establishing and cultivating relationships within the planning community to create opportunities to partner on larger projects
• Travel throughout the Milwaukee metro area to attend project meetings, conduct on‑site assessments, and facilitate community engagement meetings/events; ability/flexibility to attend occasional evening and/or weekend meetings and travel overnight

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in transportation planning, urban planning, civil engineering, landscape architecture or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant planning experience
• 1 year prior project management experience (i.e., designing and implementing complex projects or initiatives from beginning to completion)
• Experience juggling tasks between varying phases of multiple projects in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment and in coordination with other disciplines
• Experience facilitating public engagement sessions using a variety of methods for a range of audiences
• Knowledge of planning principles applied to zoning matters
• Proficiency with graphics and illustrations, a working knowledge of the Adobe Suite
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License with a driving record that is in compliance with company requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• AICP certification
• Experience in the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process, including preparation of Environmental Assessments (EAs) and Environmental Impact Statements (EISs)
• In‑depth understanding of data management and ArcGIS
• Prior experience with Adobe Create Suite
• Prior experience preparing and submitting funding solicitation applications
• Prior experience developing conceptual project graphics
• Prior experience contributing to the preparation of proposals, contract documentation, fee estimates, budgets, and schedules
• Working knowledge of online mapping software

$84,000 - $95,000 a year

The listed salary range reflects base pay for candidates with 5-10 years of related experience. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities.

Comprehensive Benefits

Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one.

Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses.

HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA‑eligible plan.

401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals.

ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits.

Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year.

Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.