AVP, Transactions Advisory, Traffic & Revenue Forecasting

Steer • New York, NY

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

Steer is an employee-owned international consultancy specializing in transportation and infrastructure. We combine global expertise with local insight to help public and private sector clients tackle complex mobility challenges and make better decisions about how people and goods move. Our teams advise governments, transit agencies, airports, infrastructure investors, and private mobility operators across strategy, advisory, planning, and operations. This role is open to applications near Steer's offices, and remote in USA & Canada. Steer is the top Technical Advisor for Transport transactions globally and has a strong reputation in providing Traffic and Revenue (T&R) services in North America (NA). The type of similar projects you can expect to work on are: An investment‑grade forecast for a major toll highway concession, supporting investors and lenders. A connected‑vehicle / managed‑lane corridor assignment, factoring in how AVs and EVs could shift travel choices. A large parking program —citywide meters or a university garage portfolio—with demand shaped by policy and mobility trends. A refinancing / diligence support effort for a mature toll facility, with workshops and rapid responses to lender questions. An owner/operator performance‑monitoring engagement, interpreting results and advising on implications for strategy. You will have the opportunity to help shape the future development and direction of the team and work across the most interesting and high-profile transactions in the market. We are currently recruiting across different levels in the team so please still reach out if you are interested but your experienced is not in line with this Job Description.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the transportation industry with an emphasis on Traffic and Revenue (T&R) forecasting in the North America Highways Transactions market.
• Technical background in Traffic, User Demand, or Ridership forecasting – including the development of ridership models using Network Models and/or Econometric modelling.
• Proven ability to Project Manage fast paced T&R projects for primary and secondary highway transactions for private sector clients.
• Demonstrated success in business development, client engagement, and project leadership for private sector transaction market clients.

Nice To Haves

• Expert technical network modelling skills in Cube and/or EMME.
• Expert technical skills in econometrics, choice modelling or other T&R techniques.
• Market/modal experience outside of highways (examples include, but are not limited to: Parking, Ferries, Transit, EV Charging, Ports, Airports)
• Technical background in other relevant areas outside of T&R (examples include, but are not limited to: EV/AV Technology and Forecasting, Technical Due Diligence, business/strategic case development, funding/financing).
• Client relationships that could bring new opportunities to Steer.
• Business development mindset – looking for opportunities to cross-sell and diversify current market.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Task Lead/Project Manager/Project Director on a portfolio of projects.
• Be responsible for project delivery and client management to ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining the highest quality standards.
• Coordination or project teams including providing on the job training and technical review role.
• Ability to see the bigger picture and understand client objectives but also be able to carryout detailed reviews and task delivery when needed.
• Develop long-term relationships with key clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Support business development efforts, including pre-positioning, proposal development, presentations, and negotiations.
• Stay informed about market trends to create compelling scopes that respond to client needs.
• Represent the organization externally, promoting its values and capabilities in the marketplace.
• Develop and Mentor staff, focusing on technical skill development, career development, and performance management.
• Contribute to capability development and knowledge sharing across Steer.
• Provide leadership and support to a multidisciplinary team, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing work environment.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 3% 401(k)/RRSP contribution
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Generous paid time off including vacation, public holidays, sick time, and volunteering days- up to 44 days (US) and 47 days (Canada) annually
• Group Share Incentive Plan, providing employees with the opportunity to share in the long-term success of the firm
• Commuter benefits (US)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees