Active Transportation Lead – Planning / Engineering

ABOUT THE POSITION

Active Transportation Lead - Planning/Engineering | New York, NY | Newark, NJ | Hybrid

Are you passionate about improving bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure? Do you thrive in a leadership role and have a proven track record in bicycle and pedestrian planning? VHB’s Mobility group invites you to be a part of our dynamic team as an Active Transportation Lead. Our group is dedicated to enhancing mobility, promoting sustainable transportation options, and ensuring that our infrastructure development benefits all users, including cyclists and pedestrians.

VHB’s Mobility group in NYC is a leader in the industry, working to improve mobility, enhance communities and economic vitality, and balance development and infrastructure needs with environmental stewardship. The successful candidate will have experience in elements of active transportation – bicycle and pedestrian planning and analysis, safety, transportation planning and roadway design, and project management. 

This opportunity exists with a top transportation firm interested in substantial growth in the NYC market. VHB has consistently been rated as one of the top Engineering Firms to work for up and down the East Coast, was named one of Crain’s New York Business 100 Best Places to Work in New York City and has a high CEO approval rating on Glassdoor.  

Responsibilities: 

• Assist and manage a team of professionals in developing bicycle and pedestrian planning solutions which consider all ages and abilities
• Develop new project opportunities, manage client relationships, and prepare and manage proposal submissions
• Provide technical and professional development of staff
• Monitor project financial performance
• Attend and lead meetings with agencies, clients, consultant partners, and stakeholders
• Execute scope associated with transportation planning, operations and/or design, and bicycle/pedestrian safety for projects
• Design and implement strategic plans for expanding bike/pedestrian infrastructure.
• Offer expertise in developing long-term policy plans for multimodal transportation systems, in line with state, local government, and federal greenway policies and plans
• Aid in securing project funding through grant writing and proposal support.
• Participate in professional organizations and forums that promote relationships with clients and teaming partners
• Collaborate with public agencies and stakeholders to gather input and build consensus for projects.
• Ensure project compliance with state and federal guidelines on bicycle and pedestrian accommodations

Skills and Abilities: 

• Strong leadership and project/task management skills
• Team oriented with the ability to manage multiple assignments and mentor junior staff
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail oriented
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills with the ability to articulate technical information to a variety of audiences
• Ability to think critically and strategically in solving problems and devising approaches 
• Deep understanding and professional experience with bicycle and pedestrian planning concepts including design, operations, and policy integration
• Working knowledge of resources like the FHWA Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Guide.
• Understanding of Vision Zero strategies, state and local safety policies, and federal funding programs like HSIP grants

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in transportation planning, civil engineering or transportation or related field of study required
• Master’s degree a plus and may substitute for 1 year of experience
• 11-15 years of professional experience in transportation planning with a minimum of 8 years of planning experience in bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure required
• AICP or Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or RSP certification for NY and/or NJ (where applicable) greatly preferred

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in New York City is $130,000-172,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.  

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion—supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

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