Transportation / Transit Planner

1 week ago

Tulsa, United States Olsson Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany 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

As a Transportation/Transit Planner, you will play a pivotal role in a variety of planning and grant writing activities crucial for shaping the transportation landscape. These activities include transit plans, multimodal corridor studies, subarea studies, regional transportation plans, travel demand modeling, policy development, and grant writing. Additionally, you will leverage GIS mapping tools and assist in crafting comprehensive reports and memos pertaining to ongoing projects.

The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, feeling at ease interacting with clients and presenting to groups of all sizes.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Evaluates studies, develops policies, and recommends solutions for small to large-sized projects.
  • Provides design recommendations for community, transportation, and master planning projects.
  • Prepares drafts for environmental impact reports and project documentation.
  • Collaborates with stakeholders to ensure community needs are addressed.
  • Analyzes technical reports and performs design calculations to inform planning decisions.
  • Coordinates project design needs and communicates progress with stakeholders.
  • Enters and maintains project information in the firm’s management system.
  • Mentors interns and provides technical guidance to less experienced staff.
  • May supervise student staff and provide opportunities for skill development.
  • You will work in various terrain and weather conditions at project sites.

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 Oklahoma City or Tulsa 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 planning, policy, political science, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 2-6 years of relevant planning experience.
  • Certification as a planner (AICP) is desirable.
  • 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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