Senior Transportation Planner

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Transportation Planner to lead and contribute to transportation and community planning projects. This role involves guiding multidisciplinary teams, managing complex projects, engaging stakeholders, and delivering actionable recommendations. Ideal candidates will have strong expertise in transportation planning, environmental documentation, and community engagement.

This position offers hybrid work options but prioritizes local candidates in Syracuse or Albany, NY . Consideration may extend to candidates in Trenton / Newark, NJ, or Philadelphia if needed.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage planning projects, including multimodal transportation, corridor studies, complete streets, trails and greenways, master plans, feasibility studies, NEPA / PEL studies, and technical reports.
• Prepare and manage SEQR documentation such as Environmental Assessment Forms (EAFs) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS).
• Coordinate project teams, subconsultants, clients, and stakeholders to ensure timely, high-quality project delivery.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data on demographics, land use, travel behavior, transportation funding, and socio-economic trends using GIS, statistical software, and planning models.
• Prepare and deliver planning reports and presentations for government agencies, stakeholders, and the public.
• Lead community engagement activities, including public meetings, outreach materials, and feedback synthesis.
• Serve as a primary client contact, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring project success.
• Mentor junior staff, supporting professional development and team growth.
• Support business development efforts through proposals, scopes, and client interviews.
• Conduct field reviews and occasional site visits as required.

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