Associate Transportation Planner

Global Infrastructure•New York, NY

8d•$117,600 - $176,400

About The Position

TYLin is seeking an Associate Transportation Planner to support the growth and delivery of its transportation planning practice in the New York region, with a focus on multimodal planning and street design. The role works within an interdisciplinary team of planners, transportation and civil engineers, and data scientists on planning, policy, design, and stakeholder engagement activities. The planner is expected to contribute to and review work products, communicate persuasively with clients and colleagues, manage complex projects, and understand client and business needs. Responsibilities also include project and business development leadership, thought leadership, and helping develop local planning staff. Professional experience in Upstate or Western New York, North Jersey, or Philadelphia is preferred. Occasional travel to client sites is required.

Requirements

At least 10 years of transportation planning experience.
At least 5 years of experience in a consulting firm or similar.
A degree in urban planning, urban design, or a related field.
Demonstrated success managing complex transportation planning and/or design projects, including management of staff, budgets, and clients.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and knowledge of current and emerging industry best practices.
Ability to foster a team environment and lead, motivate, and mentor staff.
Experience in marketing, networking, and business development.
Familiarity with relevant industry guidelines and best practices, such as MUTCD, NACTO, and AASHTO.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Power BI, and/or other industry software.
Ability to communicate persuasively and develop positive team dynamics.

Nice To Haves

AICP certification.
Professional experience in Upstate or Western New York (Albany, Rochester, or Buffalo), North Jersey, or Philadelphia.
Existing strong client and partner relationships.
Involvement in relevant local or national professional organizations, such as NACTO, APA, ITE, or TRB.
Additional experience in Vision Zero and Safe Mobility; Active Transportation/Complete Streets; Comprehensive Planning; Strategic Planning; City/Neighborhood Mobility Plans; New Mobility; Micromobility; Curb Management; Corridor Planning; Highway Mitigation/Removal; Freight Planning; Sustainability and Resilience; or Transportation Demand Management.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee strategic and citywide transportation planning projects, including managing budgets and schedules and implementing QA/QC processes.
Lead interdisciplinary project teams and the development of technical reports and presentations.
Develop tools, procedures, and analyses that distinguish the practice and promote consistency of internal products.
Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Lead business development initiatives and proposal production, including proposal responses and pursuit intelligence activities.
Contribute to business development strategy for specific practice areas, the national planning practice, and the regional market.
Represent TYLin through thought leadership at conferences, professional organizations, and social media.
Mentor staff by sharing technical expertise and professional development advice and helping guide staff growth.
Assist with workload planning, identify staffing gaps, and lead recruiting efforts to address them.
Potentially manage and supervise a team of 2–4 staff, ensuring adequate capabilities and capacity and anticipating succession planning needs.
Serve as project manager or principal in charge.
Support local project proposals and contribute to TYLin’s thought leadership and innovation initiatives.
Help grow the technical acumen of local planning staff.
Occasionally travel to client sites.