Description

The Project Engineer – Traffic is responsible for independently leading and performing the data collection, analysis, design and report preparation aspects of traffic engineering projects. They must demonstrate technical proficiency to give technical direction, make technical evaluation, and apply engineering judgement and decisions for the timely and accurate completion of assigned projects. Responsible for the client receiving the analysis, recommendations, designs and opinions described in the contract between the firm and the client, and that the cost of the project shall be within established budgets. May also perform many of the functions of a Project Manager on certain projects or for specific

Who We Are

Our everyday work impacts how people do everyday living, through improved connectivity, transportation, safety, and community development. As a service business, we are all about our people. Our shared values and objectives focus on integrity and professionalism. We embrace teamwork, process management, and collaboration and are growth-oriented because we believe growth creates opportunities. As each person continues to learn and grow professionally, we advance as an organization.

What We Do

Our Public Works projects serve communities and are an investment in our future. BHC is ready to deliver projects that provide positive change to the residents that live and work there.

How You Can Grow With Us

Opportunities for growth are endless based on your desire to learn. We are excited to share details of your career path options with you during your employment. Positions such as Project Manager and Group Director may be in your future.

Essential Functions

• Provide operations analysis for Traffic Impact Studies, Corridor Studies, Multi-modal studies, and similar technical/safety assessments.
• Provide intersection improvement and associated roadway improvement recommendations
• Bicycle and pedestrian facility recommendations
• Conduct safety assessments
• Traffic signal design
• Define customer requirements and the conformity of the system to the contractual specifications
• Technical point of contact for customers and external partners
• Able to present project conditions, analysis and recommendations to client, governing jurisdiction staff, Planning Commission, or Governing Body.
• Identify alternatives and optimization opportunities that could impact the design, supplies or site operations, based on the strategy determined
• Responsible for the validation of schematics and documentation on specific aspects of projects
• Receive and coordinate feedback from the other parts of the process (design, site and client) from the beginning of the basic design to final product approval
• Prepare proposal estimates of time and expense required to complete the project
• Negotiate with clients for supplemental changes to existing contracts
• Has the capability to produce a clear, attractive, and readable reports of traffic analysis/findings and sets of plans with minimum supervision
• Independently maintains design and drawing accuracy, quality, completeness, and schedule compliance
• May monitor construction progress and review contractor change orders
• May be required to follow up with client on outstanding invoices
• Seek and accepts increasing levels of responsibility
• Show continued and progressive professional development inside and outside of BHC
• Maintain client relationships and establish new ones through business development activities
• Engages client and potential clients to identify future opportunities for work
• May participate in presentation of proposal to client
• May provide project support on traffic-related matters to other segments within the company

Qualifications

Experience

• 4 years of experience as Project Engineer or Project Manager
• Experience with a public agency, one of our clients or another consulting firm
• Experience in the Development/Public Works Industry preferred
• Work cooperatively in a highly interactive project team setting

Skills

• Must be proficient in three-dimensional computer aided design and have a strong ability to utilize technology
• Experience using HCS, VISSIM, Synchro/SIM Traffic or similar
• Must exhibit maturity, professionalism, and a willingness to solve the client’s problems in all meetings
• Specific and recognized technical expertise
• Has shown leadership in process management and/or quality management
• Ability to lead the design on large or complex projects
• Provides training and mentorship for developing engineers and technical staff

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
• Must be a licensed Professional Engineer
• PTOE certification preferred
• Knowledge of regulations of government agencies a must. Experience with Kansas and Missouri preferred