Transportation Planner 4

CDM Smith; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm seeks a qualified Transportation Planner/Modeler to join their Traffic and Transportation Planning team. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering and over 8 years of experience in traffic engineering. Responsibilities include data analysis, traffic modeling, and collaboration with design teams. The role requires proficiency in various traffic software and effective communication skills. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in traffic engineering and transportation modeling.
• At least 3 international projects involving traffic studies.
• Proficiency in relevant traffic software and programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze data for existing and future conditions.
• Prepare and conduct traffic impact and simulation studies.
• Collaborate with design teams on traffic-related issues.

Skills

Traffic engineering principles

Data analysis

Effective communication

Modeling software (PTV VISSIM, VISUM)

Programming skills (R, Python)

Education

Master’s Degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering

Tools

PTV VISSIM

MicroStation

Excel

PowerPoint

TRANSCAD

Job description

Why CDM Smith?

CDM Smith provides lasting and integrated solutions in water, environment, transportation, energy and facilities to public and private clients worldwide. As a full-service consulting, engineering, construction, and operations firm, we deliver exceptional client service, quality results and enduring value across the entire project life cycle.

Job Description

CDM Smith seeks qualified Transportation Planner/Modeler Grade 4, to join the Traffic and Transportation Planning team in Bangalore, India Global Resource Center (GRC) office. Under light supervision, the candidate prepares basic studies for transportation projects in Middle East and USA. The candidate gathers, compiles and analyzes transportation related data. Performs traffic studies and traffic impact studies utilizing principles of traffic engineering and transportation planning. Develops basic to complex traffic models and simulations.

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis & Operational Analysis
  • Compile and analyze data – demographic, land use, traffic counts, travel speeds as required to reflect existing and future conditions
  • Conduct capacity analysis for intersections and roadways using widely used software
  • Write basic scripts in Excel or other programming languages for data analysis
• Modeling
  • Prepare, analyze relevant land use data for modeling work
  • Conduct demand modeling tasks for traffic impact studies and corridor studies including network update, model assignment runs, model results extraction
  • Conduct traffic simulation tasks for basic to complex projects including network building or update, coding model parameters, performing simulation runs, simulation model results extraction
• Transportation Studies
  • Develop engineering calculations, maps
  • Identify and evaluate mitigation measures or project alternatives
  • Prepare technical reports presenting traffic analysis, modeling, and simulation work
• Design Collaboration
  • Collaborate closely with Highway Design and CAD teams in GRC on designs related traffic issues
• Other
  • Travel to CDM Smith offices in Middle East when required and collaborate with on-site teams

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering from an accredited university
• 8+ years related experience in traffic engineering and transportation modeling, with at least 3 international projects involving traffic studies or modeling
• 5+ years of experience in use of traffic software – PTV VISSIM, SYNCHRO, HCS and SIDRA
• 5+ years of experience in use of demand modeling software – PTV VISUM and/or TRANSCAD
• Proficiency in using MicroStation and Microsoft office software – Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Experience in applying HCM procedures in traffic studies

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge in application of traffic engineering and transportation planning principles and understanding of transportation issues at intersections and roadways
• Knowledge of conducting Traffic Impact Studies, Feasibility Studies
• Moderate scripting and programming skills in R, Python, Basic or other programming languages
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Amount of Travel Required

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Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.