Transportation Planner/ Traffic Engineer
Ghd
Global leader in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services.
Provide transportation planning and traffic engineering services for projects.
1 months ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Hybrid
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Construction services
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Property Development
Sector Specialisms
Water
Energy
Resources
Environment
Property and Buildings
Transportation
Hydrology and Hydrodynamics
Digital Technologies
Role
Description
microsimulation
travel forecasts
intersection analysis
concept design
policy review
client development
- Develop and execute evaluation frameworks and business case analysis for implementation of transportation infrastructure.
- Undertake research and analysis of land use, demographic, and travel data
- Develop recommendations for transit service and transit access
- Incorporate transit, pedestrian, transportation demand management strategies, and active transportation into studies
- Coordinate work from different disciplines (municipal, structural, technical support staff, etc.)
- Resolve requirements and broader transportation impact for developments and projected land uses
- Review and develop policy for transportation
- Prepare proposals and strategic capture plans
- Contribute to the development of junior staff
- Provide traffic engineering/transportation planning services for Environmental Assessments, Preliminary and Detail roadway projects
- Perform microsimulation analysis
- Develop and assess alternative road improvements
- Perform intersection operations analysis
- Assist with the preparation and analysis of travel forecasts
- Prepare needs assessment for road facilities and transit services
- Prepare technical memos and reports
- Develop client relationships and new business opportunities
- Develop preliminary road and active transportation concept designs and conduct concept design evaluation
Requirements
professional engineer
civil engineering
autocad
gis
traffic software
excel
- Experience in urban design
- Licensed Professional Engineer, Registered Professional Planner or Engineer-in-training/Planning Candidate in Ontario
- Positive attitude, good communication, and interpersonal skills
- Experience with AutoCAD or GIS is an asset
- Solid understanding of relevant transportation planning and traffic engineering policies and design standards in Ontario
- A degree in Civil Engineering or urban planning with at least 7 years of experience in transportation
- Experience with Synchro, Sidra, Vissim, and/or other traffic software
- Experience with safety audits and collision analysis
- Experience with Adobe / Creative Suite is an asset
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Excellent report and proposal writing skills
- Performs well independently as well as in a team environment
- Proficient with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
1928
Year Founded
The organization has been evolving since 1928, starting as a small engineering practice and growing into a global powerhouse.
5 Continents
Global Presence
The organization operates across five continents, with key markets including Australia, the United States, and the UK.
- With a focus on innovation, it integrates expertise across various sectors to deliver world-class solutions.
- The organization is known for tackling large and complex projects, such as designing bridges and tunnels and constructing energy-efficient buildings.
- Notable projects include infrastructure development for major cities and energy-efficient solutions for industrial facilities.
- The organization continues to expand its digital and technological capabilities to ensure solutions are cutting-edge and sustainable.
Culture + Values
- Safety
- Teamwork
- Respect
- Integrity
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net-zero target validated by SBTi
Science-based target validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) for achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by FY2050.
2025
Carbon neutral commitment
Committed to achieving carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025.
70%
Recycled materials in packaging
Boxes for electrical products use 70% recycled materials and are fully recyclable.
- Prioritising direct emissions reductions over purchasing carbon offsets (statement from Enterprise Sustainability Leader)
- Partnered with Decarbonisation Network to support clients' decarbonisation roadmaps and accelerate net-zero goals
- Slimline packaging to reduce material usage and transportation impact
Inclusion & Diversity
Level 4–5
GDEIB Inclusion Benchmark
Targeting level 4–5 on the Global Disability Inclusion Benchmarking (GDEIB) by 2025.
9 Employee Groups
Resource Groups Established
Established 9 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support various diversity demographics.
- Board‑mandated aim to become #1 in industry for inclusion & diversity
- I&D strategy built on five behaviours: open, informed, accountable, empathetic, bold
- Inclusion & Diversity goals embedded in employee performance reviews
- Awards: Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (2020–2022), Workforce Diversity Award (2021), Disability Equality Index – Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion (2023)
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