Job Description
About Us
At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.
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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.
Primary Responsibilities
In the role of Transportation Planner, we'll count on you to:
HDR is seeking a Transportation Planner to support our Ohio transit team. In the role of Transportation Planner, we'll count on you to:
Demonstrate public participation and planning experience
Collect, assimilate and manage project-related data
Create technical reports, presentations, and other materials to document planning study findings
Assist in preparation and participation of public information meetings
Plan and monitor aspects of multidiscipline transportation planning and transit projects
Assist in completion of required studies, documents and reports
Participate in planning work sessions in conjunction with appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines
Coordinate workload to complete deliverables on schedule
Support a variety of transportation planning projects including complete streets, bicycle planning, transit planning, long range planning, community planning, or concept development.
Participate in corridor studies associated with FTA CIG projects
Create technical reports, presentations, and other materials for stakeholders and clients to document planning study and concept design findings
Work to be expected includes:
Transit plans
Local, regional and statewide multimodal transportation plans
Transit oriented development
Corridor studies
Short and Long Range Transit and Transportation Plans
Transportation planning reports
Transit studies for multiple modes
Bicycle and pedestrian studies
Community engagement
Assist in projects relating to emerging transportation technologies
Perform other duties as needed
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Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Planning or a related field
2 years of relevant transportation planning experience
Possess excellent analytical and communication skills
Understanding of transportation and transit planning principles
Positive attitude and ability to work independently or as part of a team
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks
Demonstrated presentation skills
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Geographic Information Systems, and Adobe InDesign
Possess excellent writing skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail and quality
Preferred Qualifications
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
Master's degree preferred
Transit, Bicycle, and Pedestrian Planning Experience
Experience coordinating with transit agencies, municipalities, state, and federal government organizations with relevance to transportation and transit in Ohio
Local candidates preferred
Why HDR
At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
Primary Location: United States-Ohio-Columbus
Other Locations: United States-Ohio-Cincinnati, United States-Ohio-Cleveland
Industry: Transit
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
BusinessClass: Transportation Planning
Job Posting: Apr 17, 2024
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.
CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.
At HDR, health and safety matters.
For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.
If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.
