Senior Noise Analyst

Stantec • Raleigh, NC

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

We're looking for a Senior Noise Analyst to support our Mid-Atlantic Traffic Noise team. The position will be responsible for providing expertise in traffic noise, abatement, and project management. The ideal candidate reviews and approves all preliminary and final traffic noise analysis performed for highway projects. Evaluates and designs feasible and reasonable noise abatement in compliance with 23 CFR 772. This role offers location flexibility and may be based in any Stantec office in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Cincinnati, Ohio; Orlando, Florida; Tampa, Florida; or the Dallas-Fort Worth, TX area. Additional Stantec office locations may also be considered. While the position is designed as a hybrid role, fully remote work may be available for the right candidate. You'll also benefit from meaningful career development opportunities and a clear path for growth.

Requirements

• Experience in planning, managing, and coordinating projects, schedules, and deliverables.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize work assignments, and efficiently manage multiple projects and teams while maintaining project schedules.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of transportation planning and project development, especially related to highway projects.
• Leadership skills to build and maintain great working relationships with staff, colleagues, and others in the private and public sectors.
• Ability to analyze technical data to draw conclusions, make recommendations and decisions, and clearly communicate recommendations/decisions to colleagues and the public.
• Problem solver, conflict resolver, and critical thinker tackling complex issues.
• Proficient in MicroStation, OpenRoads, Geopak, and/or GIS
• Proficiency in the latest version of the Traffic Noise Model (TNM 2.5 or 3.X).
• Have good attention to detail
• Proficient with Type I and type II noise meters
• Familiarity with highway design principles and traffic planning
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within teams to prioritize and balance sometimes heavy workloads to achieve goals while keeping up with a highly mobile and changing environment
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Must be able to travel as needed for project assignments
• Willingness to work outdoors on occasion
• Must have a good driving record and valid driver’s license
• Bachelor's degree in planning, engineering or environmental discipline preferred.
• TNM 2.5 Training Certificate from a recognized organization such as bOWLBY or NHI.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with the noise policies and guidance documents within the mid-Atlantic region is a plus.
• Having Air Quality experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Project management to deliver task orders assigned as well assist in the maintenance and growth of our clients.
• Growing into contract management.
• Provide technical oversight of our noise staff, ranging from new hires to senior analysts.
• Develop DOT compliant noise models using the latest version of TNM by performing highly specialized, complex highway acoustical analysis related to traffic noise modeling, reporting, and design of noise abatement measures.
• Develop internal and external staff by being actively involved with TRB and other related organizations.
• Client interactions/meeting attendance at project meetings and public hearings
• Working knowledge of NEPA requirements and principles
• Providing QA/QC on deliverables.

Benefits

• Meaningful career development opportunities
• Clear path for growth
• Hybrid, flexible work schedule
• Exposure to cutting-edge infrastructure projects nationwide
• Team environment that values innovation, learning, and growth
• Career development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and grow your career.
• Ability to work alongside others who share your passion to support communities through exciting and unique projects.
• Ability to join Stantec committees, employee resource groups, participate in community volunteering, and join various company or local groups/initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior