Transportation Planner

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:
Arcadis is seeking an experienced and motivated
Transportation Engineer or Transportation Planner to join our growing Mobility Advisory team in Western Canada
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The ideal candidate will possess experience in transportation planning, preliminary design, and sustainability programs, ideally with Complete Streets, bike share and e-scooter programs experience. Your background includes expertise in multimodal transportation planning, engineering, and project management. You will have experience with the conceptual and functional design of multimodal transportation assets, new/smart mobility, transportation planning and analysis, policy review and data analysis. You will be familiar with key planning and design frameworks and be skilled in leading public and interested party consultations.

Your portfolio will include supporting the design and development of comprehensive transportation projects and programs that encompass active transportation and new mobility solutions to support multi-modal initiatives across our Mobility Advisory team.

You will be responsible for undertaking research and analysis to evaluate transportation data and trends, identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation in projects and programs. Using data driven approaches, you will support decision-making processes.

You will also be responsible for the conceptual and functional design of Complete Street projects and active transportation assets, contributing to transportation master plans, major projects and the multimodal scopes of mobility plans.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on transformative projects, contribute to the development of sustainable transportation systems, and build strong relationships with public and private sector clients in Alberta, British Columbia and Western Canada markets. We encourage fresh perspectives and ideas for new business areas and client markets.

Candidates with experience across a range of these areas are encouraged to apply, as we understand this represents a broad skill set.

Role accountabilities:
In this role, you will support the execution of complex transportation planning and engineering projects, ensuring that deliverables are completed on time and to the satisfaction of our clients. You will assist in the development of transportation projects by conducting thorough network analysis and utilizing advanced data analytics, which will inform effective decision-making and ensure policy alignment with current standards. Additionally, you will guide the creation of comprehensive plans and policies, promoting sustainable and innovative transportation solutions that address both current and future mobility needs.

You will play a key role in collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams across Mobility Advisory and other global business groups, providing technical insights and expert advice to enhance project outcomes. Your expertise will also be leveraged in the proposal development process, where you will contribute detailed analyses and expert perspectives to create compelling and comprehensive documentation for prospective projects. Maintaining high standards of quality and compliance, you will implement rigorous quality assurance processes and ensure all projects meet industry standards and client expectations.

Furthermore, in this role you will foster innovation by staying up to date with emerging trends and technologies in transportation planning and engineering. By integrating fresh strategies, you will enhance the efficiency and sustainability of our solutions. Building and maintaining strong business relationships with both public and private sector clients, you will engage at senior management levels to ensure our services and solutions align with their broader organizational goals.

Finally, you will actively support business development efforts by identifying growth opportunities, preparing persuasive proposals, and presenting to prospective clients. Your contributions will be critical in expanding our business and establishing Arcadis as a trusted partner in the field of transportation planning and engineering.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Planning or Civil Engineering or a related field
• Registered Professional Planner (RPP) or Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or equivalent
• 4+ years of relevant experience in planning / engineering, including a track record of supporting the development and implementation of transportation solutions focused on sustainable programs
• Ability to assist projects of various sizes and collaborate effectively within our diverse and multidisciplinary teams
• Strategic problem-solving skills and advanced technical knowledge in transportation planning / engineering
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop and deliver professional presentations
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines concurrently

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Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You'll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you'll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The salary range for this position is $78,000 - $117,000. The base salary represents Arcadis' hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.