Traffic Engineering Group Lead

STV • Washington, DC

11d • $143,435 - $163,926 • Hybrid

About The Position

STV’s Transportation team is seeking a Traffic Engineering Group Lead for its Fairfax, VA or Washington DC office, offering hybrid/flexible work arrangements. This is a leadership opportunity within a growing traffic engineering practice, with a pipeline of work in areas such as Bus Rapid Transit, Vision Zero initiatives, traffic signal modernization, multimodal corridor improvements, and complex MOT/TMP assignments. The role involves guiding project delivery, mentoring technical talent, strengthening client relationships, and shaping transportation solutions in Virginia, Washington, DC, and the surrounding region. The position is ideal for a hands-on technical leader focused on developing people, solving complex mobility and safety challenges, and delivering projects that enhance community connectivity, efficiency, and resilience. The role will lead task-order and small to mid-sized transportation projects from planning through final design, overseeing design production, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, supporting business development, and serving as a partner to clients and agencies like VDOT, DDOT, and local jurisdictions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Current PE in Virginia or the ability to obtain Virginia reciprocity within 6 months of hire
• Ideally 10 years of traffic engineering experience, though candidates with 8+ years and strong design, project management, staff leadership, and transportation project delivery experience are encouraged to apply.
• Experience developing schedules, task lists, budgets, scopes, and staffing plans to achieve project milestones.
• Experience with CAD/design tools such as MicroStation, Civil 3D, AutoTURN, GuideSIGN, or similar platforms; candidates do not need experience with every listed program if they bring strong technical fundamentals and the ability to learn new tools.
• Familiarity with traffic analysis software such as HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, CORSIM, SIDRA, or comparable programs, with a willingness to learn STV’s preferred tools and workflows.
• Strong working knowledge of MUTCD, VDOT Road Design Manual, Virginia Work Area Protection Manual, and ADA/PROWAG pedestrian design requirements.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and client engagement skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts clearly.

Nice To Haves

• PTOE, RSP, or Virginia Advanced Work Zone Certification is a plus.
• Exposure to transportation planning and photometric software such as TransCAD, CUBE, and AGi32 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead task orders and small to mid-sized traffic and transportation projects from planning through final design for VDOT, DDOT, and other local jurisdictions.
• Oversee and quality check traffic studies and design plans, including horizontal and vertical alignment, construction staging, traffic signal design, lighting, signing and pavement markings, and MOT/TTC design packages.
• Manage design production efforts, delegate work effectively, and mentor junior engineers to support technical growth and project success.
• Support Vision Zero, safety, mobility, and multimodal transportation improvements that enhance communities across the region.
• Develop technical reports, specifications, cost estimates, project phasing concepts, and bid package materials aligned with available funding and client goals.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality work on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with client expectations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, agency stakeholders, technical staff, and project managers.
• Support business development through scope development, level-of-effort planning, technical and cost proposal preparation, and pursuit strategy.
• Represent STV through client service efforts, industry events, and participation in professional organizations.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

What This Job Offers

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