Job Description
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Job Description
Key Responsibilities & Contributions
Conduct Environmental & Data Analysis
- Perform field investigations, surveys, studies, and research to compile and analyze environmental impact data in support of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) evaluations.
- Gather, compile, and analyze transportation-related demographic, economic, land use, and environmental data, including traffic counts and flow data, under general direction.
Develop Transportation Models & Systems
- Create advanced transportation models for both existing and proposed systems, including:
- Roads, bridges, highways, tunnels, and toll facilities
- Transit, rail, freight, and aviation infrastructure
- Bicycle and pedestrian networks
- Review existing models and recommend strategic improvements and enhancements.
- Create advanced transportation models for both existing and proposed systems, including:
Leverage Advanced Analytics & Simulation
- Utilize transportation systems, modeling tools, simulations, and data analytics to develop comprehensive studies for:
- New system implementations
- Strategic upgrades
- Network re-routing initiatives
- System performance evaluations
- Utilize transportation systems, modeling tools, simulations, and data analytics to develop comprehensive studies for:
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Design transportation surveys, exhibits, and compelling presentation materials to identify stakeholder concerns and facilitate effective public engagement.
Regulatory Compliance & Review
- Review transportation plans for compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
- Escalate legal and regulatory compliance issues as needed.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with engineering teams to research, analyze, and resolve complex transportation design challenges at conceptual and schematic levels.
- Collaborate with sales teams to develop proposals in response to current and prospective client Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
- Review draft proposals to ensure alignment with firm standards and industry, state, local, and federal requirements.
Client & Business Development Support
- Meet with current and prospective clients to assess and discuss transportation design needs and future opportunities.
Team Contribution & Leadership
- Contribute to additional projects and initiatives in support of team objectives and organizational goals.
- Provide technical guidance and training to junior staff.
- Mentor junior team members, supporting their professional development and growth within the discipline and organization.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban, Community or Regional Planning or related discipline. AICP, PTP, PE, CEP or approved certification in a related field. Or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban, Community or Regional Planning or related discipline. 7 years of related experience with bachelors degree or 6 years of experience with Masters degree. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Driving Requirements
An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.
Skills & Abilities
Expert knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by all transportation modes, and understanding of current transportation trends/issues, including the relative costs and benefits. Solid knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA), executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process. Expert knowledge of the practical application of regional and community planning. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, models, and equipment to study and/or design of movement of people, goods and services. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Amount of Travel Required
10% or less
EEO Statement
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Background Check and Drug Testing Information
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “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.
Massachusetts Applicants
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Pay Range Min
USD $91,478.00
Pay Range Max
USD $160,118.00
Visa Sponsorship Available
No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban, Community or Regional Planning or related discipline. AICP, PTP, PE, CEP or approved certification in a related field. Or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban, Community or Regional Planning or related discipline. 7 years of related experience with bachelors degree or 6 years of experience with Masters degree. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Expert knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by all transportation modes, and understanding of current transportation trends/issues, including the relative costs and benefits. Solid knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA), executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process. Expert knowledge of the practical application of regional and community planning. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, models, and equipment to study and/or design of movement of people, goods and services. Excellent written and oral communication skills.