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Lead Transportation Planner

2 weeks ago

Atlanta, Georgia, United States Jacobs Full time $89,400 - $145,000 per year

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Thriving communities. Healthy cities. A brighter future. At Jacobs, we're putting our knowledge and imagination together to shape the next generation of innovative transportation solutions, especially in Transportation Planning. If you want to join a company invested in you, your success, and the global community then join us as a
Lead Transportation Planner
in
Atlanta, Georgia

Our Lead Transportation Planner conducts studies, prepares reports, and advises on feasibility, cost effectiveness, and regulatory conformance of long- and short-range strategic plans, proposals, special projects, transportation services or ongoing programs providing technical consultation and utilizing technical expertise. As a key member of the transportation team in Atlanta, Georgia, you will perform work which involves both conventional and unconventional types of plans, investigations, surveys, sometimes with complex features for which there may be no precedents. We will look to you to analyze transportation and mobility issues in metro and rural regions to recommend infrastructure modifications or innovative options for improved mobility. You will meet with reviewers to obtain project approvals/permits and coordinate plan changes with engineers. Your expertise will be utilized to identify planning strategies using software to analyze data and assessing scenarios as well as performing spatial and GIS-based data analysis. You will be responsible for presentations, public facilitation and provide representation to governing jurisdictions and state agencies in the legislative and administrative approval of planning projects and programs.

When you join us, you will work directly with potential and current clients to solicit and assess planning and multimodal transportation needs; prepare fee proposals, develop work plans, and coordinate planning efforts to support project management. We will also look to you to identify new opportunities and participate in proposal development. As a Senior Transportation Planner, you will have the opportunity to mentor less experienced professionals and help them develop their careers and achieve their goals.

Here's what you'll need

  • Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning or related field
  • 10+ years' experience in transportation planning with a capabilities in project management
  • Local to Atlanta, Georgia and ability to attend client and stakeholder meetings in-person
  • Knowledge of computer software programs, which may include Microsoft Office, Internet applications, econometric or transportation modeling, database management, or GIS
  • Ability to utilize computer systems as a tool to effectively manage projects
  • Must be innovative, detail-oriented, experienced in highly visible projects
  • Capable of managing multiple, high-priority assignments
  • Strong interpersonal skills to develop good working relationships at various levels and to resolve problems
  • Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously
  • Ability to provide effective supervision and staff management
  • Familiarity with current industry regulations and standards
  • Ability to manage projects effectively and meet firm deadlines

Ideally, you'll also have

  • Previous experience working with Georgia DOT, cities, and counties in Georgia
  • Certified as an AICP, Professional Transportation Planner (PTP), or similar
  • Experience with comprehensive transportation plans for cities or counties
  • Experience with federally funded safety action plans or similar

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $89,400.00 to $145, Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on July 28, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.