We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead traffic engineering projects and assist with the growth of our practice within the regional market area. The successful candidate should have broad experience in the field of traffic engineering with an emphasis on traffic simulation modeling and forecasting for major arterial and interstate corridors. The role also involves managing multiple tasks in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. We are open to hiring the right candidate near any of our office locations in Indiana, Missouri, Illinois, or Kentucky.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing firm with an established but expanding Traffic Engineering and Planning practice. We work with both public and private sector clients to solve their most complex transportation challenges. Our practice encompasses all areas of traffic engineering and planning, including traffic impact studies, safety studies, traffic simulation, travel demand modeling and forecasting, corridor planning, traffic signal operations, signal and ITS design, comprehensive planning, transit planning, pedestrian and bicycle planning, and long-range transportation planning.
For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design. Our dedication to building a team that demonstrates our corporate values (CARDIA) is what sets us apart:
CARDIA: Means “from the heart” – Creativity; Accountability; Respect; Dedication; Integrity; Achievement
Lochmueller Group provides an excellent workplace culture established by our people who share these values. We are a 100% employee-owned company of people who are vested in the success and continued development of each other and the firm. This is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality and service.
In this position, the candidate will:
Generate project proposals and participate in project interviews in coordination with marketing staff and firm senior leadership
Develop project goals, scopes of work, and budgets to guide project activities
Coordinate and manage the work of team members involved in the project
Provide quality control and quality assurance on all aspects of the project
Produce high-quality deliverables and communicate project findings to clients
Coordinate and collaborate with other senior leaders of the firm on client management and strategic business development
Pursue new business opportunities through relationships, professional organizations, etc.
Keep abreast of emerging trends in the transportation industry, such as autonomous vehicles, Smart Cities technologies, ridesharing, etc
As opportunities present themselves, the candidate may also be involved in other responsibilities and projects.
Minimum qualification for this role:
10+ years of relevant traffic engineering experience
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or similar engineering field
Registered Professional Engineer
Experience with Synchro 10 and traffic signal operations/phasing
Experience with traffic simulation modeling software packages such as PTV’s VISSIM
Experience with innovative intersection and interchange configurations
Experience with the predictive methods of the Highway Safety Manual
Experience with traffic forecasting methods
Excellent inter-personal skills and the ability to work well in a collaborative team environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work well individually or as part of a team
Additional qualifications that would be helpful:
Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or similar
Registered as a Professional Traffic Operations Engineer
Prior project experience with local agencies or state DOTs
Experience with travel demand modeling software packages such as Caliper’s TransCAD
Experience or familiarity with AutoCAD, Microstation, ArcGIS, Synchro, VISSIM, Highway Capacity Software, Adobe Creative Suite, and Tableau
Experience with urban, multimodal transportation planning and traffic calming
Experience leading teams in a project environment
What we offer:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Become an employee-owner!
Rich coverage for major medical insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Basic life insurance (with option for additional voluntary life insurance)
Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
Generous vacation and sick leave
Potential for flexible work hours and part-time telecommuting
Student loan repayment benefit
Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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