Transportation Management Plan (TMP) Specialist III

HNTB Corporation•Milwaukee, WI

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Primarily responsible for leading Traffic Management Plan (TMP) support during the construction phase of roadway projects and participates in the development of TMPs during the design phase of roadway projects. This position applies advanced knowledge of work zone traffic control, safety, operations, and applicable standards to develop comprehensive TMPs that address traffic control, transportation operations, and public information needs. As part of a multidisciplinary project team, the TMP Specialist III collaborates with project managers, design staff, and construction personnel to help ensure TMP strategies are appropriately incorporated into construction staging, sequencing, and field practices. The TMP Specialist III works independently on complex assignments, provides technical guidance to less experienced staff, and contributes directly to improved safety, mobility, and constructability for clients and the traveling public. This position involves working primarily in a construction field office and driving roadway work zones.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Engineering, or related field and 4 years related professional experience, or Master's Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Engineering, or related field and 3 years of relevant experience.
Regular work zone reviews require valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE), Engineer in Training (EIT), Professional Transportation Planner (PTP), or similar certification.
Advanced experience developing TMPs for complex urban, freeway, or high-traffic-volume projects.
Experience coordinating TMPs with state DOTs, local agencies, and construction contractors.
Familiarity with traffic analysis tools, traffic control software, or CAD/GIS for plan development.

Responsibilities

Research data sources, gathers data, and conducts analysis of data for use in projects.
Identifies planning and analysis strategies using tools such as GIS, traffic, or safety software to manipulate data, assess scenarios, and perform project analysis.
Investigates, evaluates, and provides recommendations on planning processes and technical solutions that best meet the project needs.
Leads aspects of internal and external coordination with project team members, including other discipline areas involved with the project.
Participates in client meetings and interactions.
Leads preparation of maps, exhibits, and presentation materials for projects.
Conducts or directs research on issues, policies, and concepts pertaining to planning, and formulates recommendations.
Participates in the development of conceptual planning alternatives for urban and transportation planning projects.
Writes major sections of and leads production of plans, studies, reports, and environmental documents for transportation and infrastructure projects.
Participates in public process and stakeholder facilitation.
Collaborates with construction project managers, project leaders, and construction personnel to support the integration of TMP strategies, including Transportation Operations (TO), Traffic Incident Management (TIM) and Public Information (PI) components for transportation projects of varying size and complexity.
Participates in the development of TMPs by coordinating with design project managers, other consultants, and client staff to support the integration of TMP strategies into phasing and schedules of transportation projects of varying size and complexity.
Provides technical support during the projects’ construction phase by responding to TMP-related questions, reviewing proposed modifications, and assisting project teams in addressing changing field conditions.
Applies federal, state, and local standards and guidelines (e.g., MUTCD, state DOT specifications, local agency requirements) to develop and implement TMP strategies that are practical, constructible, and adaptable to project staging and sequencing.
Participates in review meetings, constructability reviews, and coordination efforts with agencies, contractors, and stakeholders to help ensure TMP strategies are clearly understood and appropriately applied.
Reviews TMP-related submittals, revisions, and alternative traffic control concepts for consistency with approved plans and project intent, providing technical input and recommendations as needed.
Performs quality control reviews of TMPs and traffic control plans prepared by less experienced staff or subconsultants and provides technical guidance and mentorship.
Prepares technical documentation, exhibits, and supporting materials related to TMP development and implementation support.
Performs other duties as assigned.