Traffic Engineering Project Specialist

2 weeks ago

Syracuse, New York, United States Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. Full time


Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a vibrant, 100% employee-owned consulting firm comprising over 2,300 professionals, offering a comprehensive range of multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to both public agencies and private clients across the United States.

JMT proudly holds the #61 position on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Overview:
JMT is in search of a Traffic Engineering Project Specialist to enhance our team.

The Project Specialist will take charge of leading and supporting transportation design and analysis initiatives. This role involves engineering design, traffic operations, and analysis, leveraging a solid understanding of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate tasks with minimal supervision.

The individual will serve as a technical mentor to junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work for significant projects or manage entire projects of moderate complexity.


2. Execute traffic engineering designs, including signage, pavement markings, signals, lighting, traffic maintenance, detours, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS).

3. Collaborate with the Project Manager to prepare and compile contract plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E).

4. Design projects in alignment with client specifications and guidelines, utilizing design software and drawing tools.


5. Conduct traffic safety and analysis studies in accordance with the Highway Capacity Manual and applicable software tools (Synchro, HCS, and/or VISSIM).

6. Perform alternative and multimodal studies, including pedestrian and bicycle considerations.

7. Coordinate with internal team members to ensure timely project completion and adherence to quality standards.

8. Draft technical reports as required.

9. Assist with fieldwork as necessary, including data collection and evaluation of traffic operations.

10. Support proposal preparation as needed.

Required Skills:

- Proficiency in PC Office Suite (Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Outlook).

- Familiarity with design and drafting procedures.

- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and estimates.

- Strong analytical, writing, and public speaking capabilities.

Required Experience:

- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related discipline from an ABET accredited program.

- 5-10 years of relevant experience.

- Valid motor vehicle driver's license.

- Experience with CADD software (Bentley preferred).

- Proficiency in traffic engineering modeling software (Synchro, HCS, Vissim, Visual, AGI32).

Preferred Experience:

- Registration as a Professional Engineer in New York State or the ability to obtain such registration within one year of employment.

- Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification.

- Experience collaborating with local clients at city, county, and state levels.

Working Conditions:

Work is primarily conducted in a general office environment, with 95% of time spent in a sedentary role. While the office conditions are generally comfortable, fieldwork may occasionally require outdoor activities in varying weather conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be necessary.


JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce.

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