Transportation Planner II

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

Do you want to work with a great team, in a fun environment, collaborating on the future of Florida’s highways?  AECOM has an exciting opportunity for a Transportation Planner to provide in-house consulting services with Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise.  Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise, a leading toll agency in the country, is part of the Florida Department of Transportation and consists of over 500 miles of limited access roadways across the State of Florida.  You could be part of a dynamic team, working on a wide variety of high-profile projects.   You would have opportunities to bring original ideas to the table on our plans and process and be on the forefront of planning and design that supports the future of transportation in the state of Florida.   The candidate will be part of the Turnpike’s Planning and Environmental Management group, in charge of a variety of Turnpike planning projects and studies, providing technical expertise in the general areas of transportation planning, project feasibility evaluations, and master planning.  This is an on-site client location position. 

Job Summary

• Developing work scopes, schedules, and budgets for transportation planning projects;
• Assisting with project study contributions of multi-disciplinary specialists in traffic engineering/planning, travel demand modeling, geographic information systems, and financial analysis, among others;
• Assisting with the preparation of documentation for projects managed, including Technical Memoranda, Project Feasibility Reports, Documentation, and/or parts of Traffic and Revenue Studies;
• Conducting planning analysis of existing and future year land use including GIS analysis on land use development patterns and forecasts;
• Assisting with the preparation and presentation of briefings of transportation project study results for clients, stakeholders, and other interested parties;
• Routinely summarizing transportation project study progress reports for clients;
• Directing field data acquisition, site investigations and surveys;
• Evaluating transportation systems, roadway level of service, and forecasts of future transportation needs;
• Defining researching, reviewing and reporting on regional and local transportation planning issues and priorities;
• Participating and providing support for public meetings or hearings to explain planning items and projects, to gather feedback from those affected by projects, or to achieve consensus on project designs;
• Evaluating transportation-related consequences of federal and state legislative proposals and conducting policy analysis

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in engineering, planning, public policy, or related field
• 2 years of experience as a Transportation Planner or related field, including experiences such as Project/Task Manager for transportation planning projects or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in a related discipline
• Experience with studies in transportation planning, transportation engineering, and corridor studies
• Familiarity with Florida planning and growth management processes
• Proficiency in technical writing abilities, presentation skills;
• Proficiency in written and oral communication skills to successfully interact with clients, other consultants, and AECOM staff.

Additional Information

• Relocation is not a option for this position 
• Visa support is an option for this position

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, 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. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.