Senior Transportation Modeler

2 weeks ago


Philadelphia, United States Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 105 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world

WRA is looking to expand our Travel Demand Modeling / Transportation Forecasting / Operational Analysis Team in the Philly/Maryland region. We are looking for someone with 10 to 15 years of proven experience in travel demand modeling, traffic forecasting, or operational analysis of transportation systems. The position will support our Mid-Atlantic clients with the possibility of working part time on-site with clients helping to advance projects. Job functions may include development of traffic forecasts to support design and operational analysis, support of travel demand model development and maintenance activities including input data development, calibration and validation, and traffic operational modeling/simulations. Project assignments will range from evaluating small-scale intersections to developing large microsimulation models, travel demand models, traffic volume forecasts, and technical traffic evaluation reports for congested freeways through multiple interchanges. Analysis may include all modes of travel (highway, bus, rail, bike, new mobility, and pedestrian) for urban, suburban, and rural environments.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Geography, Planning, Engineering, or related field required
  • 5 + years of relevant experience Post-Degree
  • Post-Degree Practical expertise in modeling software for demand modeling including TransCAD, Cube, or VISUM and/or operational analysis using PTV or TransModeler
  • Post-Degree Practical experience with ArcPro or other GIS software
  • The position requires strong written and verbal communication skills as a critical role will be conveying plans and analysis results to the client and public
  • Positive attitude and ability to work cooperatively with others as well as independently
  • Willingness to continue to learn and grow technically and professionally within the company
  • Open to utilizing and developing new technologies and approaches for performing work
  • Experience managing significant tasks or projects including project coordination, budget management and client communications

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Understanding of fundamentals in travel demand modeling including advanced practices
  • Ability to use large passive data to understand and model travel behavior
  • Proven experience using appropriate statistical analysis techniques to get insights from data
  • Knowledge of data sources to support development of model inputs including Census, employment datasets, roadway inventory and centerline data and 3rd party network data
  • Demonstrated ability to convey technical information in a meaningful way to assist decision makers
  • General understanding of transportation forecasting and traffic engineering principles
  • Experience with macroscopic, mesoscopic, or microscopic modeling
  • Working knowledge or experience in integration of travel demand model data to operational analysis
  • Working knowledge of GIS, statistical and quantitative analysis, and programming is desired
  • Familiarity with AASHTO, MUTCD, Highway Capacity Manual, and Highway Safety Manual

Benefits:

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:

  • Flexible work schedule options
  • Competitive salary
  • Leave accrual and paid holidays
  • Healthcare benefits
  • Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Parental and maternity leave benefits

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

*** Not accepting resumes from 3rd parties for this position ***

Position #: 2094



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