WSP in the U.S.
Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Transportation Planner
WSP in the U.S., Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Transportation Planner – Seattle, WA
As part of the National Transit and Rail – Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) team in Seattle, WA, the Transportation Planner will support multidisciplinary teams to provide transit and transportation planning services for a variety of projects. Under general direction, the Transportation Planner leads and supports planning and development activities, including research, data analysis, preparing plans and reports, developing graphics, and stakeholder engagement. The position uses a wide range of technical and professional transportation planning knowledge for work activities. Job Duties and Responsibilities Research, Data Collection and Analysis
Determine data collection methods for identifying and compiling observational, spatial, operations, and environmental data for projects, research, and surveys. Locate, analyze, and interpret complex datasets, geospatial data, procedures, and governmental standards. Use topographic maps, aerial photographs, GPS data, and other visualization tools to inform and analyze project areas, site impacts, and characteristics. Use various software applications and data, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), United States Census data, and transit operational data to analyze ridership, demographics, employment, development, and system performance. Conduct research on emerging technologies, industry best practices, and trends. Participate in public processes and workshops with local officials, agencies, jurisdictions, groups, and the public to advance transit projects and programs. Prepare, coordinate, and facilitate public involvement and consensus-building meetings. Assist in design, implementation, and evaluation of stakeholder surveys. Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
Stakeholder Outreach and Coordination
Participate in public processes and workshops with local officials, agencies, jurisdictions, groups, and the public to advance transit projects and programs. Prepare, coordinate, and facilitate public involvement and consensus-building meetings. Assist in design, implementation, and evaluation of stakeholder surveys. Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
Sitework and Analysis
Conduct field evaluations and assessments. Provide analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of facts and data obtained during field and site investigations. Provide technical planning assistance and guidance for capturing, modeling, and analyzing information to inform and create plans. Support development of project vision statements, goals and objectives, and frameworks. Develop alternatives screening criteria, evaluation matrices, and other tools to evaluate proposed plans and concepts. Develop best practice toolkits, guides, policies, and manuals. Research grant sources, prepare and review grant applications, and administer project grants. Prepare reports, technical documentation, and planning guidelines related to transit improvements.
Project Development
Provide technical planning assistance and guidance for capturing, modeling, and analyzing information to inform and create plans. Support development of project vision statements, goals and objectives, and frameworks. Develop alternatives screening criteria, evaluation matrices, and other tools to evaluate proposed plans and concepts. Develop best practice toolkits, guides, policies, and manuals. Research grant sources, prepare and review grant applications, and administer project grants.
Reports and Plans
Review transit plans, general plans, specific/master plans, community plans, zoning codes, comprehensive plans, permitting policies, and/or development standards, with a particular emphasis on transportation and multimodal accommodation. Comply with regulatory requirements pertaining to the data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, reporting, and record compliance and retention. Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, models, infographics, and 3D illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses. Prepare draft technical memos, meeting summaries, transmittals, presentations, and other written materials summarizing research with findings and conclusions.
Marketing/Business Development
Conduct research and assist with proposal development. Attend client business development meetings and conferences. Ensure that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards. Remain current in latest transportation and transit planning subject matter, practices, regulations, and techniques. Participate in transit-related committees and panels.
Additional Duties
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Planning, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 5 to 7 years of experience in transportation planning/transit, supporting equitable transportation development and construction, transportation demand management, mobility planning, multimodal access, surface transportation, and/or funding. Experience with leading presentations and public speaking. Experience with the transportation project development cycle from planning to implementation. Analytical skills and experience with research techniques, local/regional geography, transportation networks, systems, and modalities. Working knowledge of relevant approval processes, zoning laws, permitting requirements, notification and compliance practices, and regulatory framework. Familiarity with local, state, and federal transit, transportation regulatory, and permitting agencies. Demonstrated experience contributing to transportation technical reports and plans. Project management experience with small to mid-level projects, including tracking hours and expenses. Strong interpersonal and communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences. Self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic environment. Ability to work independently and guide junior team members with QA/QC. Experience with discipline-specific software (e.g., ArcGIS, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-Up). Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, and related tools. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to interpret data and determine effective solutions. Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to health, safety, and harassment policies. Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond typical hours; occasional travel may be required. Preferred Qualifications Or “Great To Haves” Master’s Degree is preferred. Essential Professional Licensure/Certification. WSP provides a comprehensive benefits package focused on health and financial stability, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings, paid time off, and parental leave. Compensation information is provided separately below. Compensation Expected Salary (all locations): $100,000 - $170,000 WSP USA reserves the right to adjust the final offer based on education, experience, and location. About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a leading engineering and professional services firm. We are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets, with 15,000+ employees in over 300 offices. WSP provides a flexible workplace and a comprehensive benefits package. WSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. Notice To Third Party Agencies WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing services. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of WSP. Seattle, WA – various salaries and postings exist for related roles (example ranges provided).
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As part of the National Transit and Rail – Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) team in Seattle, WA, the Transportation Planner will support multidisciplinary teams to provide transit and transportation planning services for a variety of projects. Under general direction, the Transportation Planner leads and supports planning and development activities, including research, data analysis, preparing plans and reports, developing graphics, and stakeholder engagement. The position uses a wide range of technical and professional transportation planning knowledge for work activities. Job Duties and Responsibilities Research, Data Collection and Analysis
Determine data collection methods for identifying and compiling observational, spatial, operations, and environmental data for projects, research, and surveys. Locate, analyze, and interpret complex datasets, geospatial data, procedures, and governmental standards. Use topographic maps, aerial photographs, GPS data, and other visualization tools to inform and analyze project areas, site impacts, and characteristics. Use various software applications and data, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), United States Census data, and transit operational data to analyze ridership, demographics, employment, development, and system performance. Conduct research on emerging technologies, industry best practices, and trends. Participate in public processes and workshops with local officials, agencies, jurisdictions, groups, and the public to advance transit projects and programs. Prepare, coordinate, and facilitate public involvement and consensus-building meetings. Assist in design, implementation, and evaluation of stakeholder surveys. Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
Stakeholder Outreach and Coordination
Participate in public processes and workshops with local officials, agencies, jurisdictions, groups, and the public to advance transit projects and programs. Prepare, coordinate, and facilitate public involvement and consensus-building meetings. Assist in design, implementation, and evaluation of stakeholder surveys. Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
Sitework and Analysis
Conduct field evaluations and assessments. Provide analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of facts and data obtained during field and site investigations. Provide technical planning assistance and guidance for capturing, modeling, and analyzing information to inform and create plans. Support development of project vision statements, goals and objectives, and frameworks. Develop alternatives screening criteria, evaluation matrices, and other tools to evaluate proposed plans and concepts. Develop best practice toolkits, guides, policies, and manuals. Research grant sources, prepare and review grant applications, and administer project grants. Prepare reports, technical documentation, and planning guidelines related to transit improvements.
Project Development
Provide technical planning assistance and guidance for capturing, modeling, and analyzing information to inform and create plans. Support development of project vision statements, goals and objectives, and frameworks. Develop alternatives screening criteria, evaluation matrices, and other tools to evaluate proposed plans and concepts. Develop best practice toolkits, guides, policies, and manuals. Research grant sources, prepare and review grant applications, and administer project grants.
Reports and Plans
Review transit plans, general plans, specific/master plans, community plans, zoning codes, comprehensive plans, permitting policies, and/or development standards, with a particular emphasis on transportation and multimodal accommodation. Comply with regulatory requirements pertaining to the data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, reporting, and record compliance and retention. Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, models, infographics, and 3D illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses. Prepare draft technical memos, meeting summaries, transmittals, presentations, and other written materials summarizing research with findings and conclusions.
Marketing/Business Development
Conduct research and assist with proposal development. Attend client business development meetings and conferences. Ensure that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards. Remain current in latest transportation and transit planning subject matter, practices, regulations, and techniques. Participate in transit-related committees and panels.
Additional Duties
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Planning, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 5 to 7 years of experience in transportation planning/transit, supporting equitable transportation development and construction, transportation demand management, mobility planning, multimodal access, surface transportation, and/or funding. Experience with leading presentations and public speaking. Experience with the transportation project development cycle from planning to implementation. Analytical skills and experience with research techniques, local/regional geography, transportation networks, systems, and modalities. Working knowledge of relevant approval processes, zoning laws, permitting requirements, notification and compliance practices, and regulatory framework. Familiarity with local, state, and federal transit, transportation regulatory, and permitting agencies. Demonstrated experience contributing to transportation technical reports and plans. Project management experience with small to mid-level projects, including tracking hours and expenses. Strong interpersonal and communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences. Self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic environment. Ability to work independently and guide junior team members with QA/QC. Experience with discipline-specific software (e.g., ArcGIS, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-Up). Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, and related tools. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to interpret data and determine effective solutions. Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to health, safety, and harassment policies. Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond typical hours; occasional travel may be required. Preferred Qualifications Or “Great To Haves” Master’s Degree is preferred. Essential Professional Licensure/Certification. WSP provides a comprehensive benefits package focused on health and financial stability, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings, paid time off, and parental leave. Compensation information is provided separately below. Compensation Expected Salary (all locations): $100,000 - $170,000 WSP USA reserves the right to adjust the final offer based on education, experience, and location. About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a leading engineering and professional services firm. We are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets, with 15,000+ employees in over 300 offices. WSP provides a flexible workplace and a comprehensive benefits package. WSP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. Notice To Third Party Agencies WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing services. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of WSP. Seattle, WA – various salaries and postings exist for related roles (example ranges provided).
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