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Transportation Planner

NV5
NV5 Salary
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/5/2026
NV5 (NYSE: TIC) is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives .

Responsibilities

NV5 is seeking a full-time Transportation Planner for our San Diego, CA office. The Transportation Planner will provide project assistance on a variety of transportation planning and traffic projects. The most frequent and essential work activities include:

  • Complete transportation planning and traffic design studies with limited supervision.
  • Assist with mentoring and training other staff.
  • Perform QA/QC review on assigned projects.
  • Prepare project scopes and proposal material.
  • Assist with public involvement activities including the preparation of newsletters, presentations, and other public meeting materials.
  • Complete research and data collection, including field surveys.
  • Maintain effective and successful communication with team, co-workers, and clients.
  • Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and of the highest quality.
  • Market NV5 to existing and potential clients and maintain positive client relationships.
  • Represent NV5 at professional functions.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or advanced degree in City or Urban Planning
  • Minimum of 7 years of directly related professional work experience
  • American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification - preferred
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
  • Excellent writing skills
  • Possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license prior to employment-preferred

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the organization), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

  • Work will primarily be in the office setting with limited opportunities to be exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
  • Work will be primarily working with fingers by picking, pinching, typing and grasping often with repetitive motion.
  • Must have visual acuity for viewing a computer screen, the ability to talk, hear and sit for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  • Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.

“The pay range for this California position is $90,000.00 to $99,000.00; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per California Senate Bill 1162. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site.”

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, creed, citizenship status, ancestry, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary : $90,000 - $99,000

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