Central Atlantic Transportation Planning Group Lead

AtkinsRealis•Asheville, NC

52d

About The Position

It's an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company's purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of making sure that our clients and employees feel this purpose every day. AtkinsRéalis is proud of our company culture that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion. Our company ethos includes collaboration through the connection of people, data, and technology. We are a global firm, who leverages having employees located throughout the world, creating valuable partnerships and doing our part to make this planet and its people thrive. We need energetic, passionate and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis! We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Transportation Planner or Engineer to join our team as the Central Atlantic Transportation Planning Group Lead. The preferred location for this position is in Raliegh, NC, though other US locations may be considered. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to build and expand our transportation planning and engineering services, particularly for clients such as the North Carolina DOT. About Us AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy. How will you contribute to the team? As the Central Atlantic Planning Group Lead, you will spearhead transportation planning initiatives across the Central Atlantic region. This role involves leading and growing municipal and state transportation planning services, particularly in North Carolina. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on various planning studies, provide planning advice to engineering teams, and lead the development of scopes of work, as well as the development of documentation and reports. Your work will contribute to transformational transportation projects, including multi-use trails and paths, complete street projects, corridor improvements, safety improvements, and resiliency assessments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field.
10 years of experience in transportation planning or a related field preferred, however will consider a minimum of 5 years of experience.
Proven leadership and team management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in transportation planning software and tools.
Knowledge of transportation regulations and policies.

Nice To Haves

P.E. License or AICP certification desired.

Responsibilities

Lead and grow the transportation planning team.
Support other transportation and environmental planning and engineering teams regionally and nationally.
Independently or collaboratively work with marketing teams, write successful proposals.
Author technical reports, proposals, and presentations.
Provide deliverables to clients and regulatory agencies.
Lead effective engagement and communication with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
Manage various transportation project developments, including planning, feasibility, and corridor studies.
Cultivate and maintain client relationships, driving project pursuits and execution.
Foster the growth of staff resources in North Carolina and collaborate with other offices nationwide.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Flexible work schedules
Group Insurance
Two Floating Holidays
Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity)
Pet Insurance
Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
An inclusive culture of Employee Resources Groups centered around women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity and Emerging Professionals.
A Foundation that is employee-funded with a 2-to-1 match from the company providing STEAM education for minorities from K-12 to college