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Civil Engineer - Transportation/Traffic

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Overview

Kimley-Horn's Reston, Virginia (VA) office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 10+ years of experience to join their Transportation Planning and Traffic team! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

Perform traffic engineering and project management tasks to deliver a wide variety of transportation planning, transit, traffic engineering, safety, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS) projects for many, diverse clients
Has an entrepreneurial spirit, creating a vision for growth in their personal practice while contributing to the growth of our well-established transportation engineering practice
Manage their projects profitably, engage in hands-on practice and delivery of projects, transition work to qualified staff, and act as a positive leader and mentor
Contribute significantly to marketing and business development efforts and have the autonomy to pursue their own passions, leads, and clients
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of engineers and designers on a variety of projects
You will flourish on both building meaningful internal and external professional relationships
You will work closely and collaboratively with other industry leading professionals, various jurisdictions, and contractors

Qualifications

10+ years of relevant engineering experience in transportation planning, traffic engineering and design, traffic operations, and/or ITS planning and design
Professional Engineering (P.E.) License
Proficiency in Synchro, HCS, and/or Vissim software applications desired
Ability to work in a team environment, balance priorities among multiple projects, and effectively communicate and collaborate at all levels of the organization
Ability to manage and mentor staff, and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
Ability to provide high-quality deliverables with exceptional client service
Business development and marketing experience including writing proposals, developing scopes of work, and assembling budgets for projected work

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

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What You Should Know About Civil Engineer - Transportation/Traffic, Kimley-Horn

Are you a passionate Civil Engineer looking to make a real impact on transportation projects? Join Kimley-Horn's Reston, Virginia office as a Transportation/Traffic Civil Engineer! With over 10 years of experience required, this role invites you to dive into traffic engineering and project management tasks that span a variety of transit, traffic engineering, and safety projects. At Kimley-Horn, we value your entrepreneurial spirit and offer you the chance to shape your practice while being a key part of our talented transportation planning team. You'll have the unique opportunity to engage in meaningful projects, collaborate closely with industry-leading professionals, and manage resources effectively. As you take the lead on exciting projects, you'll contribute to marketing and business development initiatives that elevate our firm. Your technical expertise, preferably with software like Synchro or Vissim, will be put to good use as you foster professional relationships and mentor junior staff. With a commitment to exceptional client service and high-quality deliverables, your contributions will be pivotal in advancing transportation solutions. Why choose Kimley-Horn? We prioritize our people. Our company's robust culture, along with competitive benefits like a fantastic retirement plan and flexible time-off options, has consistently ranked us among the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list. Ready to take the next step in your career? Come be a part of our vibrant team and flourish with us!

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What are the primary responsibilities of a Civil Engineer - Transportation/Traffic at Kimley-Horn?

As a Civil Engineer - Transportation/Traffic at Kimley-Horn, your primary responsibilities include managing a variety of transportation planning and traffic engineering projects, performing project management tasks, and delivering high-quality outcomes. You will engage in traffic operations, safety projects, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS) initiatives for a diverse range of clients, creating significant value while pursuing your own professional passions.