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Transportation Planning Manager (Traffic Engineering)
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LVI Associates
Irvine, CA (In Person)
$147,500 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Traffic Planning LeadWe are seeking an experienced Transportation Planning Manager to lead our planning division and guide a growing group of talented planners. This role blends hands-on technical work with department leadership, project delivery, and client engagement.
Position OverviewThe Transportation Planning Manager will oversee a wide range of planning assignments, manage project performance, and support strategic growth initiatives. This individual will ensure high-quality technical output while cultivating strong client relationships and expanding our planning practice through business development efforts.
What We OfferFull‑time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical & Dental
Project OversightLead project delivery across scopes, schedules, and budgets for transportation planning assignments.
Manage work related to Traffic Impact Studies, Transportation Management Plans (TMPs), parking evaluations, and similar efforts.
Technical & Strategic GuidanceDirect the development of transportation components for EIS/EIR documents, PSR/PR efforts, and multi‑modal corridor analyses.
Review and validate technical outputs, including traffic modeling (Synchro, VISSIM) and analytical reports.
Business Development & Client EngagementIdentify and pursue new project opportunities.
Coordinate and contribute to proposals, presentations, and interviews.
Serve as a primary point of contact for Caltrans and local municipalities to ensure alignment with agency processes and project goals.
QualificationsExperienceMinimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in transportation planning.
At least 3 years in roles involving supervision, project management, or team leadership.
EducationBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, or a closely related discipline.
Technical SkillsStrong knowledge of HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, and ICU methodologies.
Proven background in VMT analysis and regional travel demand modeling.
Familiarity with
CommunicationExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to various audiences.
Licenses & CertificationsActive California Civil PE, Traffic Engineer (T.E.) or AICP license required.
Preferred SkillsExperience preparing civil or traffic PS&E packages.
Working knowledge of Auto-CAD and/or MicroStation.
Position OverviewThe Transportation Planning Manager will oversee a wide range of planning assignments, manage project performance, and support strategic growth initiatives. This individual will ensure high-quality technical output while cultivating strong client relationships and expanding our planning practice through business development efforts.
What We OfferFull‑time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical & Dental
- Wellness Program
- 401(k)
- Flexible Scheduling
- Paid Holidays
- PTO
- Profit SharingPrimary ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team DevelopmentManage, coach, and support junior and mid-level planning staff.
Project OversightLead project delivery across scopes, schedules, and budgets for transportation planning assignments.
Manage work related to Traffic Impact Studies, Transportation Management Plans (TMPs), parking evaluations, and similar efforts.
Technical & Strategic GuidanceDirect the development of transportation components for EIS/EIR documents, PSR/PR efforts, and multi‑modal corridor analyses.
Review and validate technical outputs, including traffic modeling (Synchro, VISSIM) and analytical reports.
Business Development & Client EngagementIdentify and pursue new project opportunities.
Coordinate and contribute to proposals, presentations, and interviews.
Serve as a primary point of contact for Caltrans and local municipalities to ensure alignment with agency processes and project goals.
QualificationsExperienceMinimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in transportation planning.
At least 3 years in roles involving supervision, project management, or team leadership.
EducationBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, or a closely related discipline.
Technical SkillsStrong knowledge of HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, and ICU methodologies.
Proven background in VMT analysis and regional travel demand modeling.
Familiarity with
CEQA/NEPA
procedures and Caltrans project delivery workflows.CommunicationExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to various audiences.
Licenses & CertificationsActive California Civil PE, Traffic Engineer (T.E.) or AICP license required.
Preferred SkillsExperience preparing civil or traffic PS&E packages.
Working knowledge of Auto-CAD and/or MicroStation.