Director - Traffic

LJA•Nashville, TN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Director at LJA Transportation, you will be responsible for leading and managing traffic impact studies, corridor analyses, signal timing optimization, and multimodal assessments.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree, Civil Engineering is required
Licensed as a Professional Engineer in Tennessee with ability to be licensed in other states
20+ years of experience with Microstation, (or Open Roads) and TDOT procedures a must
Experience with signal design, timing, intersection improvements, signing/striping, work zones, technology/ITS, traffic simulation/modeling, traffic studies, and roadway safety
Experience with various traffic software packages
Must be flexible to changes in work assignments on short notice and/or on a daily basis
Proven experience in handling project management responsibilities including multiple deadlines
Strong communication skills to interact with clients and internal employees
Ability to build strong relationships

Nice To Haves

PTOE Certification

Responsibilities

Building relationships and growing business in the transportation sector
Develop business by a marketing company to existing clients and as well identifying and marketing to new clients
Meeting with DOTs, cities, counties and local agencies for business development purposes
Responsible for project delivery aspects such as design calculations, plan preparation, and direction of traffic designs for TDOT and local government projects
Manage and maintain project schedules and financial requirements
Uses advanced techniques, theory, precepts and practices in a specialized engineering field and related sciences and disciplines
Interact with Client and other consultants and must have good communication skills
Exercises judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets.
Mental health support.
Paid maternity and parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
In-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Referral Bonuses
Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Memberships to industry organizations
Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.