Senior Transportation Planner Job at WSP, Houston, TX

  • WSP
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Senior Consultant In Transportation Or Environmental PlanningWSP USA, Inc. (WSP) is looking for a Senior Consultant in Transportation or Environmental Planning for our Advisory & Planning business in Texas. We are looking for a motivated, highly skilled, and experienced transportation with focus in the transportation industry. This position is expected to provide technical planning assistance and guidance for transportation and/or environmental planning.Your ImpactDetermine well-defined data collection methods for identifying and compiling observational, spatial, operations, and environmental data from multiple matrices for projects, research, and surveys.Prepare and assist with completing general plans, specific/master plans, community plans, zoning codes, comprehensive plans, permitting policies and/or development standards for assigned projects, with a particular emphasis on transportation and multimodal accommodation.Provide analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of facts and data obtained during field and site investigations, offering input with developing action plans for moderate- to high-level challenges and development activities to minimize impacts to the community, population, local economy, and environment.Conduct research as appropriate and assist with proposal development.Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.Who You AreRequired QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Planning, or a related field (or equivalent experience.)5 to 7 years of experience working in the transportation and/or environmental planning field, actively engaging in general plans, specific/master plans, zoning code updates, public involvement, and regulatory compliance for a variety of client projects relating to equitable transportation development and construction, transportation demand management, mobility planning, multimodal access, surface transportation, and funding.Experience with the transportation project development cycle; including from planning to implementation.Well-defined experience reviewing surface transportation projects and program cost estimates and assessing project readiness for inclusion in the strategic local/regional Transportation Plan.Competent analytical skills and prior experience with research techniques, local/regional geography, transportation networks, systems, and modalities.Working knowledge and experience with relevant approval processes, zoning laws, permitting requirements, notification and compliance practices, and applicable Regional/State/Federal regulatory framework.Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulatory and permitting agencies.Demonstrated experience contributing to transportation technical reports, preparing impact assessments, evaluations, siting reports, logistics, and permit applications.Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work.Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.Experience with discipline-specific software (i.e., CAD, ArcGIS, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-Up).Proficiency with technical business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify the most effective solutions to accomplish objectives of assigned projects.Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.Preferred QualificationsMaster's Degree is preferred.Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.Experience with Texas Department of Transportation.Experience with Texas-based Metropolitan Transportation Organizations.Experience with Texas-based transit agencies.Job Identification 80598

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