Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.JMT is seeking a highly motivated Traffic Section Head to lead and grow the traffic section in upstate NY, while collaborating with offices across the region. The successful candidate will be a technical leader in traffic engineering and be required to engage in business development activities including proposal writing as well as fostering existing and developing new market opportunities. Responsibilities also include managing and designing a variety of traffic related projects and services. Established client relationships are also expected. The successful candidate will be well-versed across the traffic engineering discipline with demonstrated traffic studies, design, and project management experience in traffic planning, analysis, and design. The successful candidate will be expected to effectively oversee and mentor staff and perform, coordinate, and manage a variety of traffic related engineering projects or task assignments including but not limited to traffic signal plans, signing and pavement marking plans, crash analysis, planning studies, traffic analysis and studies and maintenance and protection of traffic plans. Work may also include roadway lighting and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) plans. Coordination with clients, contractors, outside consultants, government agencies and project stakeholders are also expected.JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and this position is eligible for participation in JMT’s Health and Welfare benefits program.Annual compensation for this position is $114,400.00 - $156,000.00 commensurate with experience, education, and certifications. Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Coordinate strategic growth plan with office managers and practice leaders
Establish and grow market presence in upstate New York through marketing and business development
Manage financial budget and allocate resources accordingly
Lead and contribute to the production of proposals
Serve as a technical expertise resource to project managers and technical staff
Establish resource staffing needs
Create and maintain project schedules
Oversee and manage assigned staff working on project
Perform performance reviews for staff
Oversee the preparation of engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates
Develop and maintain project specific quality plans
Participate in client presentations
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and standards
Coordinate with other departments, clients, and stakeholders to ensure project success
Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities
Perform other related duties as assigned or required
Required Skills
Candidates must be capable of working on multiple projects in a dynamic team-oriented environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Applicant must have a general understanding of design and plan preparation, and various applicable traffic engineering software packages. Must be proficient in MS Office
Skill in building and maintaining relationships (internal and external) and collaborating with others
Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team of engineers while fostering a collaborative and productive work environment
Required Experience
Job requires minimum 10 years of experience in traffic engineering design, planning and analysis
BSCE from ABET accredited engineering program
New York Registered Professional Engineer
Certified Professional Traffic Operations Engineer preferred
Experience working with NYSDOT
Familiarity with the policies, publications, and practices of NYSDOT and local municipalities
Experience working with the New York State DOT and other nearby agencies and municipalities
Working ConditionsWork is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Each employee has access to necessary equipment including laptop computers, and access to phones, printers, and other office equipment and supplies. Employees offered optional flexible work schedules including a combination of office and remote work.JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
