Transit / Rail Transportation Planner IV

About the position AECOM is seeking a creative, highly talented, and experienced mid-level, Transit / Rail Transportation Planner IV to join our North Texas Transit/Rail team. The successful candidate will have 6–8 years of experience in transit and transportation planning, with a strong background in technical studies, client engagement, and project delivery. This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of transit planning projects and contribute to the growth of our practice. Responsibilities • Serve as a Project Manager and technical specialist for the region in the application of transit planning. • Interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate complex assignments with full technical responsibility. • Manage tasks and/or projects independently or as part of a team. • Maintain and grow local client relationships and demonstrate understanding of local markets. • Perform and oversee technical studies and prepare reports. • Facilitate public and agency outreach and engagement activities. • Work with interdisciplinary teams of technical specialists and manage their project-delivery efforts. • Assist with proposal development and business development activities. • Provide oversight and guidance to junior staff. • Mentor planning staff and support a collaborative and inclusive team culture. • Participate in client pre-positioning efforts, including attending industry events, supporting capture planning, and contributing to client engagement strategies. • Collaborate with business development and technical teams to develop winning proposals, including writing technical content, contributing to scope and approach, and supporting interview preparation. • Assist in identifying new opportunities and supporting go/no-go decisions through market research and client intelligence. Requirements • BA/BS + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education Nice-to-haves • Master’s degree in Transportation Planning, Regional/Urban Planning, Political Science, Public Administration or a related field. • AICP Certified • Demonstrated technical writing and communication skills. • Knowledge and experience with transportation projects in North Texas. • Experience in project management. • Technical background and expertise in transit and/or transportation planning. • Experience with state and local transportation agencies, and their standards, policies, and practices. Benefits • AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. Apply To this Job Company : AECOM Salary : Work from home  

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