Utah Traffic Practice Leader

Utah Traffic Practice Leader

About Parametrix

Parametrix is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm helping clients deliver resilient infrastructure, vibrant and livable communities, and environmentally sustainable solutions.

We are a team of professional engineers, management consultants, planners, construction managers, scientists, and surveyors dedicated to delivering outstanding client service. We build lasting partnerships and collaborate with our clients to envision possibilities and create tomorrow, together.

We are committed to being a Best Place to Work, offering hybrid work environments that promote meaningful connections, support work-life balance, and encourage career development. With excellent benefits, employee ownership, and a collaborative culture, Parametrix creates a supportive and enriching workplace.

We are looking for a Traffic Practice Leader to join our well-established team of dedicated professionals in our Salt Lake City office. This leadership role will focus on leadership collaboration to support growth of our traffic engineering practice across the Southwest region (Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, and California). You will oversee traffic engineering projects, provide technical expertise, mentor staff, and support business development efforts to expand Parametrix’s presence in the region.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership: Lead the traffic engineering practice for the Southwest region, serving as a senior technical resource for projects involving traffic operations, signal design, roadway lighting, pavement marking, and traffic control plans. Provide design oversight and quality assurance for complex transportation projects.
• Project Management: Manage and deliver traffic design and operations projects for clients such as the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), Wasatch Front Regional Council, and local municipalities. 
• Business Development: Support strategic growth of traffic engineering practice by identifying new opportunities, building client relationships, and leading proposal efforts. 
• Mentorship and Team Development: Guide and mentor junior engineers and technical staff, foster professional growth and build a collaborative team culture. 
• Technical Expertise: Utilize software tools such as Synchro, VISSIM, and other traffic analysis platforms to conduct operational analysis, corridor timing, and transportation planning. 
• Client and Stakeholder Engagement: Interface effectively with clients, contractors, and the public, representing Parametrix in project meetings, public forums, and presentations. 
• Innovation and Safety: Contribute to initiatives like Vision Zero, Complete Streets, and walkability projects, ensuring traffic solutions prioritize safety and accessibility. 

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license in Utah or ability to obtain within six months of employment. Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in traffic engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role. Experience with UDOT and regional clients is highly desirable.

Base salary for this position is in the range of $135,000-$165,000 .

Compensation is determined by factors such as education, experience, location, and role. As employee-owners, we are eligible for performance-based bonuses, and our salaries are reviewed annually. Our compensation structure prioritizes transparency and internal pay equity. 

Why Join Parametrix?

Employee Ownership & Great Benefits: As a 100% employee-owned company, you will share in and contribute to Parametrix's success. You will earn stock in your Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) account and be an important contributor to our collective achievements.

Our Benefits include:

• Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Bonding Leave

Exciting, Award-Winning Project Work: Our work earns recognition for its innovation and positive impact on communities, giving you the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a difference. Learn more at https://www.parametrix.com/our-work/

Flexible Work Arrangements: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements to support our employee-owners' diverse needs. Whether it is hybrid, remote, or in-office, we provide options that allow you to work in a way that best suits your lifestyle while staying connected and engaged with your team.

Our Commitment to You

Parametrix is committed to being an inclusive workplace, where team members of all backgrounds and experiences are welcome. As an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy and culture to provide opportunities to all persons based on merit and fitness to perform job duties. Employment decisions are based solely on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, age (40 or older, as protected under the ADEA), disability (including physical, mental, or sensory), genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.

At Parametrix, we are dedicated to encouraging an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Ready to join us? 

Visit our careers site at https://www.parametrix.com/careers/ to apply and view all available opportunities at Parametrix.