Senior Transportation / Transit Planner

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive.

Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us and will continue to allow us to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

Olsson is seeking an experienced Senior Transportation / Transit Planner to join our team and lead the development of innovative transportation and transit solutions that positively impact communities.

In this role, you will serve as a key technical expert, providing guidance and leadership in all aspects of urban and rural transit and transportation planning.

You will be involved in multimodal corridor studies, subarea studies, regional transportation plans, technical support, and policy development.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable communicating and interacting with clients and presenting to groups of all sizes.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Ensure project development meets quality standards and objectives.
• Provide strategic guidance on complex transit and transportation projects.
• Collaborate with teams to streamline workflows and improve project delivery.
• Conduct research, analyze data, and attend public meetings to inform planning strategies.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff, promoting professional growth.
• Use GIS mapping and spatial analysis to create project solutions.
• Prepare reports and memos with actionable recommendations.
• Communicate effectively with clients and present to diverse audiences.
• Navigate federal transit funding programs and compliance tasks.
• Lead transit-specific public engagement efforts.
• Address infrastructure and land use issues affecting transit.

Periodic travel for project-related tasks and business development efforts is required.

We have one current opening and will consider candidates interested in being located out of our Plano or Fort Worth office location.

Qualifications

You are passionate about :

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team :

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Proven ability to work autonomously, demonstrating initiative, self-motivation, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, architecture, public policy, geography, or a related field.
• Certified Planner (AICP), preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in transportation / transit planning.
• Experience in ArcGIS or ArcPro software.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving history.

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology.

Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient.

Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll :

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions.

We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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