Senior Transportation Planner
$120,000–$170,000 year
On-site · Denver, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
Senior Transportation Planner to lead and support active transportation, trail, and multimodal projects across Utah and the Intermountain West. Lead planning efforts for shared-use paths, trails, bike lanes, and complete streets; manage corridor and feasibility studies; prepare technical memoranda and planning documents; coordinate with multidisciplinary teams; lead project management (scope, schedule, budget, quality control); analyze mobility data; engage with the public and stakeholders; present technical information; mentor junior staff; and contribute to business development and client relationships. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 15+ years of transportation planning experience, GIS proficiency, strong communication skills, and experience with multimodal projects. Preferred qualifications include experience with UDOT and trail planning, corridor planning, and collaboration with state DOTs, MPOs, and local agencies.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field (required)
- 15+ years of experience in transportation planning and/or multimodal project development
- Experience managing active transportation, trails, or multimodal projects
- Strong understanding of current national and local guidelines, particularly for bicycle and pedestrian facilities
- Proficiency in GIS and/or transportation planning and analysis tools
- Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports, studies, and planning documentation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to clients, stakeholders, and public audiences
- Ability to work across multiple phases of planning projects
- Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Experience working directly with UDOT or on UDOT-funded projects
- Experience with trail planning and design, including alignment development and user experience considerations
- Background in corridor planning, active transportation plans, or multimodal network development
- Experience working with state DOTs, MPOs, and/or local agencies
- Interest in innovative mobility solutions and emerging best practices in active transportation
- Experience supporting public involvement and stakeholder coordination
- Experience mentoring junior staff
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