HNTB
Transportation Planning and Traffic Department Manager
HNTB, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
Transportation Planning and Traffic Department Manager
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Transportation Planning and Traffic Department Manager
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Job Overview As Transportation Planning and Traffic Department Manager, you will lead a high‑performing team of planners and engineers delivering innovative, multimodal solutions across a diverse portfolio of transportation projects. This role requires a technically accomplished leader with deep expertise in transportation planning and traffic engineering, capable of guiding complex project delivery while mentoring staff and advancing strategic initiatives. You will oversee department operations, including staffing, budgeting, and quality assurance, while collaborating across disciplines to support business development, client engagement, and cross‑functional integration. With direct impact on project performance, team culture, and regional growth, this is a pivotal leadership opportunity for a results‑driven professional ready to shape the future of mobility.
What You’ll Do
Responsible for the development, monitoring, and management of the department's operating budget in support of the group or office operating budget and forecast updates.
Responsible for the management, growth, and professional development of discipline‑specific planning department. Coordinates department activities, establishes priorities, and assigns staff to projects. Ensures staff development, mentoring, and training needs are being met. Collaborates with other departments or groups within the office on work‑sharing needs and opportunities.
Supports the implementation of the firm's strategic plan and SSA process on project pursuits in the department and office, including development of department‑level strategic planning strategies.
Supports the implementation of the firm's contracting (SCA) process through project delivery and contracting activities including scope, work plan, and fee reviews for all contracting activities impacting the department.
Supports the implementation of the firm's project delivery (SDA) process including work planning, monthly project reviews and other project performance methods to ensure quality work, on time, on schedule, to the client's satisfaction.
Assists in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win‑to‑work activities.
Maintains client contacts to ensure client satisfaction. Leads and assists in sales and marketing efforts for department's growth.
Responsible for the recruitment, hiring, development, and retention of department staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
Project delivery – actively manages assigned project management activities (project scope, schedule, budget and quality management) and performs technical discipline tasks including research, reports, design, specifications, and plan preparation.
Leads multiple teams including the direct and indirect supervision of at least 15 but typically 17–20 or more employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need
Bachelor's degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Engineering, Geology, Biology, Environmental Science, Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field and 10 years relevant experience including 2 years supervisory experience.
What We Prefer
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive experience in transportation planning and traffic engineering, including 3+ years in a leadership or management role.
Professional licensure (PE, AICP, or PTOE) preferred.
Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and deliver high‑quality work on time and within budget.
Strong knowledge of traffic analysis tools (e.g., Synchro, VISSIM), GIS, and transportation planning software.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to synthesize technical information for diverse audiences.
Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, public involvement, and interagency collaboration.
Experience working with MPOs, DOTs, and local governments.
Familiarity with NEPA, Complete Streets, Vision Zero, and equity‑focused planning frameworks.
Strategic thinker with a proactive, solution‑oriented mindset.
Commitment to mentorship, team culture, and continuous improvement.
Additional Information Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
#CB #Traffic #EnvironmentalPlanning
Locations Nashville, TN (City Center)
Notice to Third‑Party Agencies HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.
Job Details Job Type:
Regular
Full/Part Time:
Full time
Job Category:
Planning Group
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Transportation Planning and Traffic Department Manager
role at
HNTB
4 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants
Job Overview As Transportation Planning and Traffic Department Manager, you will lead a high‑performing team of planners and engineers delivering innovative, multimodal solutions across a diverse portfolio of transportation projects. This role requires a technically accomplished leader with deep expertise in transportation planning and traffic engineering, capable of guiding complex project delivery while mentoring staff and advancing strategic initiatives. You will oversee department operations, including staffing, budgeting, and quality assurance, while collaborating across disciplines to support business development, client engagement, and cross‑functional integration. With direct impact on project performance, team culture, and regional growth, this is a pivotal leadership opportunity for a results‑driven professional ready to shape the future of mobility.
What You’ll Do
Responsible for the development, monitoring, and management of the department's operating budget in support of the group or office operating budget and forecast updates.
Responsible for the management, growth, and professional development of discipline‑specific planning department. Coordinates department activities, establishes priorities, and assigns staff to projects. Ensures staff development, mentoring, and training needs are being met. Collaborates with other departments or groups within the office on work‑sharing needs and opportunities.
Supports the implementation of the firm's strategic plan and SSA process on project pursuits in the department and office, including development of department‑level strategic planning strategies.
Supports the implementation of the firm's contracting (SCA) process through project delivery and contracting activities including scope, work plan, and fee reviews for all contracting activities impacting the department.
Supports the implementation of the firm's project delivery (SDA) process including work planning, monthly project reviews and other project performance methods to ensure quality work, on time, on schedule, to the client's satisfaction.
Assists in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win‑to‑work activities.
Maintains client contacts to ensure client satisfaction. Leads and assists in sales and marketing efforts for department's growth.
Responsible for the recruitment, hiring, development, and retention of department staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
Project delivery – actively manages assigned project management activities (project scope, schedule, budget and quality management) and performs technical discipline tasks including research, reports, design, specifications, and plan preparation.
Leads multiple teams including the direct and indirect supervision of at least 15 but typically 17–20 or more employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need
Bachelor's degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Engineering, Geology, Biology, Environmental Science, Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field and 10 years relevant experience including 2 years supervisory experience.
What We Prefer
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive experience in transportation planning and traffic engineering, including 3+ years in a leadership or management role.
Professional licensure (PE, AICP, or PTOE) preferred.
Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and deliver high‑quality work on time and within budget.
Strong knowledge of traffic analysis tools (e.g., Synchro, VISSIM), GIS, and transportation planning software.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to synthesize technical information for diverse audiences.
Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, public involvement, and interagency collaboration.
Experience working with MPOs, DOTs, and local governments.
Familiarity with NEPA, Complete Streets, Vision Zero, and equity‑focused planning frameworks.
Strategic thinker with a proactive, solution‑oriented mindset.
Commitment to mentorship, team culture, and continuous improvement.
Additional Information Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
#CB #Traffic #EnvironmentalPlanning
Locations Nashville, TN (City Center)
Notice to Third‑Party Agencies HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.
Job Details Job Type:
Regular
Full/Part Time:
Full time
Job Category:
Planning Group
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