Transportation Planner

Kimley-Horn • Fort Lauderdale, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Transportation Planner with 2+ years of experience to join their Fort Lauderdale, Florida (FL) office. This role involves contributing to the production and delivery of multi-modal transportation systems planning, including data collection, analysis, and technical reporting. Tasks and projects may encompass multi-modal corridor concept development, bicycle and pedestrian analysis and improvement concept development, multi-modal transportation analyses and design, transit operations planning and design, and community outreach. The position supports all phases of a transportation planning project, from initial data gathering and needs identification to goal setting, strategy development, prioritization, cost estimating, and the creation of technical and public-facing documentation and presentations. Project experiences will be diverse, serving both public and private sectors, and will involve supporting various project managers and collaborating with team members.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a related field
• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in a relevant field such as urban planning, transportation planning, or similar
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to write and communicate findings clearly
• Demonstrated experience in oral presentations and public speaking
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Working knowledge of ESRI ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, and/or StoryMap
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
• High attention to detail
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to work independently and as a team

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the production and delivery of multi-modal transportation systems planning, including data collection, analysis, and technical reporting.
• Support all steps of a transportation planning project, including: Initial data gathering and needs identification, Goals setting and visioning, Development of recommended strategies and design concepts, Prioritization and cost estimating, Development of technical and public-facing documentation and presentations.
• Perform a variety of tasks, supporting various project managers and collaborating with team members.

Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree