Transportation Planning Practice Lead (GA & FL)

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We're seeking a seasoned Transportation Planning Practice Lead to drive strategic growth across the Southeast region, with a focus on Georgia and Florida. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in public sector planning, regional transportation strategy, and community-focused development. You'll collaborate with senior leadership to shape the future of mobility and infrastructure across diverse urban and regional contexts.

As a leader, you will

• Lead strategic transportation planning initiatives across the Southeast
• Build, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary team of planners and engineers
• Cultivate relationships with key transportation agencies-especially GDOT, FDOT, and regional MPOs
• Oversee planning services including corridor studies, transit planning, multimodal integration, and stakeholder engagement
• Drive business development efforts, including strategy, proposal development, positioning, and contract negotiations
  
  

You'll also serve as a key connector between our Market Solution Leaders, Southeast Sales Leaders, and Transportation Business Unit teams to ensure alignment and excellence in project delivery.

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related discipline
• Professional licensure or certification in a transportation-related field (e.g., AICP, PE, or PMP)
• Proven understanding of transportation planning processes, including corridor studies, multimodal planning, and stakeholder engagement
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Project management experience, including leading multidisciplinary teams and managing budgets and schedules
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships, lead strategic pursuits, and win new work
• Willingness to travel throughout the Southeast region (up to 30%) to engage with clients, project teams, and regional offices
  
  

Ideally, you will also have

• Master's degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Engineering, or a related field
• 15 years of experience in transportation planning, ideally with public sector leadership
• Strong professional network with Southeast transportation agencies, especially GDOT, FDOT, and regional MPOs
• Experience navigating federal, state, and local planning processes and funding programs
• Familiarity with emerging trends in transportation, including equity, sustainability, smart mobility, and context-sensitive design
• Experience mentoring junior staff and contributing to practice growth and innovation
  
  

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