What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Transportation Planner - NEPA position at WSB LLC?
Forge ahead with WSB! WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and we’ve dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration and forward-thinking ideas. We’ve inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.
Location: Minnesota
What You Will Do:
- As a NEPA Transportation Planner, you will participate in transportation planning, environmental documentation, public outreach, and environmental studies for transportation related projects.
- Typical projects include Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT) and local government roadway improvements, corridor studies, pedestrian and bicycle plans, and federal environmental documents.
- As part of job, you will be expected to complete technical analyses, write sections of reports/memos, assist in the development of materials for the public and governmental agencies, and provide assistance as directed by senior staff.
- You must be able to clearly communicate ideas both verbally and in writing.
- Conduct business development to secure new clients and projects.
- Retain and manage relationships with existing clients and external stakeholders across a range of businesses.
- Respond to RFPs and build teams internally and with partner firms.
- Work independently to lead multidisciplinary teams on complex projects, of varying size, on time sensitive schedules. This includes managing multiple projects and teams.
What You Will Bring:
The successful candidate will have:
- A bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, transportation, urban planning, civil engineering, or related field from an accredited program.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.
- 10 years of experience including a minimum of 5 years in environmental transportation planning.
- Strong, sophisticated writing skills and excellent public presence in front of small groups and large audiences.
- Leadership skills as part of a team.
- Experience in building rapport and trust with key clients, business leaders, and team members.
- Experience developing, negotiating, and managing scopes, schedules, and budgets.
Who We Are: WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.
Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short- and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
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Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.
