Principal Consultant, Planning Engineer / Transportation at Erm in Richmond, VA | USD129,125-152,500 | Kablio

Role

Description

impact assessment

methodology development

transportation analysis

proposal development

client relations

business development

Influence project outcomes by defining methodologies, shaping proposals, and mentoring the next generation of transportation experts.
Lead multimodal transportation impact assessments (road, rail, vessel, air) for construction and operations of major projects.
Mentor junior staff and foster an inclusive, collaborative, high-performance culture.
Build and strengthen client relationships; lead pursuits for transportation planning projects.
Provide scope and level-of-effort inputs for transportation work in U.S. and global proposals.
Drive transportation analyses for U.S.-based projects aligned with state DOT requirements and international best practices.
Expand ERM’s transportation planning practice through business development and thought leadership.
Lead IFC-compliant Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) for global initiatives.
Develop methodologies and frameworks aligned with NEPA, FHWA/FTA, state/local, and international standards.

Requirements

master's

pe

synchro

vissim

10+ yrs

communication

Master’s degree in Transportation Engineering/Planning or related field.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Urban/Transportation Planning, or related field. Or equivalent experience.
Strong communication skills for technical reporting and client engagement.
Proven success in business development and industry thought leadership.
Professional licensure/certification: PE, PTOE, AICP, RSP, or equivalent.
Expertise in U.S. standards and processes (NEPA, FHWA/FTA guidance, HCM, MUTCD) and state/local requirements.
Authorization to work in the U.S.
Proficiency in traffic operations and planning tools (Synchro/SimTraffic, HCS, VISSIM/SIDRA, GIS, travel demand modeling).
10+ years of progressive experience in transportation planning/engineering for major capital projects.
Experience with international projects and IFI-funded frameworks.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Revenue $1.3B

Annual Revenue

Reports over US$1.3 billion annually.

40+ Countries

Global Presence

Operates across over 40 countries.

KKR Backing

Since 2021

Privately owned and backed by KKR since 2021.

Thousands Annually

Projects Undertaken

Undertakes thousands of projects each year.

Flourished through merging UK and US consultancies, building a truly global footprint.
Has carried out major environmental assessments for projects like High Speed 1, HS2, Keystone and Dakota Access pipelines.
Works in sectors from mining, energy and chemicals to manufacturing, pharma, power, renewables, finance and TMT.
Combines strategic advisory and technical delivery, using digital tools and proprietary methodologies.
Notably led environmental impact assessments for cross-border hydroelectric, rail and oil infrastructure.

Culture + Values

Safety is our number one priority.
We are passionate about what we do.
We collaborate to achieve excellence.
We take personal responsibility and act with integrity.
We embrace change and seek innovative solutions.
We care about our people and work with them to unlock their potential.

Environment + Sustainability

50% reduction

Carbon Footprint Reduction

Aiming to reduce operational carbon footprint by half by 2025.

70M tons CO2

CO2 Emissions Reduced

Helped clients reduce emissions by over 70 million tons of CO2 equivalent annually.

Committed to achieving net zero by 2030.
Works with clients to support the transition to renewable energy sources.
Aims to incorporate sustainability into all aspects of business decision-making.

Inclusion & Diversity

50% women

Senior Leadership Team

Half of the senior leadership team consists of women, reflecting strong gender diversity at executive levels.

40% by 2025

Global Workforce Goal

Aim to achieve 40% female representation in the global workforce by the year 2025, demonstrating a commitment to broader diversity initiatives.

Active tracking

Gender Balance Monitoring

The company consistently monitors and reports on gender balance across all levels of the organization to ensure ongoing progress and accountability.

They have introduced initiatives to support the recruitment and retention of diverse talent.

Articles

Careers at ERM

ERM Blog

ERM Global Locations

Role

Description

impact assessment

methodology development

transportation analysis

proposal development

client relations

business development

Influence project outcomes by defining methodologies, shaping proposals, and mentoring the next generation of transportation experts.
Lead multimodal transportation impact assessments (road, rail, vessel, air) for construction and operations of major projects.
Mentor junior staff and foster an inclusive, collaborative, high-performance culture.
Build and strengthen client relationships; lead pursuits for transportation planning projects.
Provide scope and level-of-effort inputs for transportation work in U.S. and global proposals.
Drive transportation analyses for U.S.-based projects aligned with state DOT requirements and international best practices.
Expand ERM’s transportation planning practice through business development and thought leadership.
Lead IFC-compliant Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA) for global initiatives.
Develop methodologies and frameworks aligned with NEPA, FHWA/FTA, state/local, and international standards.

Requirements

master's

pe

synchro

vissim

10+ yrs

communication

Master’s degree in Transportation Engineering/Planning or related field.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Urban/Transportation Planning, or related field. Or equivalent experience.
Strong communication skills for technical reporting and client engagement.
Proven success in business development and industry thought leadership.
Professional licensure/certification: PE, PTOE, AICP, RSP, or equivalent.
Expertise in U.S. standards and processes (NEPA, FHWA/FTA guidance, HCM, MUTCD) and state/local requirements.
Authorization to work in the U.S.
Proficiency in traffic operations and planning tools (Synchro/SimTraffic, HCS, VISSIM/SIDRA, GIS, travel demand modeling).
10+ years of progressive experience in transportation planning/engineering for major capital projects.
Experience with international projects and IFI-funded frameworks.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Revenue $1.3B

Annual Revenue

Reports over US$1.3 billion annually.

40+ Countries

Global Presence

Operates across over 40 countries.

KKR Backing

Since 2021

Privately owned and backed by KKR since 2021.

Thousands Annually

Projects Undertaken

Undertakes thousands of projects each year.

Flourished through merging UK and US consultancies, building a truly global footprint.
Has carried out major environmental assessments for projects like High Speed 1, HS2, Keystone and Dakota Access pipelines.
Works in sectors from mining, energy and chemicals to manufacturing, pharma, power, renewables, finance and TMT.
Combines strategic advisory and technical delivery, using digital tools and proprietary methodologies.
Notably led environmental impact assessments for cross-border hydroelectric, rail and oil infrastructure.

Culture + Values

Safety is our number one priority.
We are passionate about what we do.
We collaborate to achieve excellence.
We take personal responsibility and act with integrity.
We embrace change and seek innovative solutions.
We care about our people and work with them to unlock their potential.

Environment + Sustainability

50% reduction

Carbon Footprint Reduction

Aiming to reduce operational carbon footprint by half by 2025.

70M tons CO2

CO2 Emissions Reduced

Helped clients reduce emissions by over 70 million tons of CO2 equivalent annually.

Committed to achieving net zero by 2030.
Works with clients to support the transition to renewable energy sources.
Aims to incorporate sustainability into all aspects of business decision-making.

Inclusion & Diversity

50% women

Senior Leadership Team

Half of the senior leadership team consists of women, reflecting strong gender diversity at executive levels.

40% by 2025

Global Workforce Goal

Aim to achieve 40% female representation in the global workforce by the year 2025, demonstrating a commitment to broader diversity initiatives.

Active tracking

Gender Balance Monitoring

The company consistently monitors and reports on gender balance across all levels of the organization to ensure ongoing progress and accountability.

They have introduced initiatives to support the recruitment and retention of diverse talent.

Articles

Careers at ERM

ERM Blog

ERM Global Locations