Traffic Engineering Section Lead | Senior Traffic Engineer
macpower digital assets edge privateColumbia, SC
Traffic Engineering Section Lead | Senior Traffic Engineer
macpower digital assets edge privateColumbia, SC
yesterday
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Engineering ServicesHighway, Street, and Bridge ConstructionRegulation and Administration of Transportation ProgramsAbout the role
Job Description Job DescriptionPosition Summary: We are seeking a highly motivatedSenior Traffic Engineerto lead and grow our traffic engineering practice inSouth Carolina. The ideal candidate will be atechnical expertin traffic engineering, with strongbusiness developmentskills, including proposal writing and client relationship management. This role involves overseeing traffic-related projects, mentoring staff, and expanding market opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Business Development: Develop and execute astrategic growth planfor the traffic engineering practice in South Carolina.
Establish and expandmarket presencethrough business development, marketing, and client engagement.
Lead proposal efforts and pursue new project opportunities.
Managefinancial budgets, resource allocation, and staffing needs for the region.
Technical & Project Management: Serve as thetechnical leadfor traffic engineering projects, including: Traffic signal design
Signing & pavement marking plans
Crash analysis & safety studies
Traffic impact studies & simulation modeling
Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) plans
Roadway lighting (as needed) Oversee project execution, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget adherence.
Coordinate withclients, contractors, government agencies (SCDOT), and stakeholders.
Staff Management & Mentorship: Recruit, hire, and mentortraffic engineering staff.
Conductperformance reviewsand provide career development guidance.
Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (BSCE)from anABET-accredited program.
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in South Carolina.
10 yearsof experience intraffic engineering(design, planning, analysis).
Strong familiarity withSCDOT policies, standards, and practices.
Experience withtraffic analysis software(e.g., Synchro, VISSIM, HCS).
Proven track record working withSCDOTand other transportation agencies.
Excellentcommunication, leadership, and project managementskills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certified Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE).
Experience inbusiness development and client relations.
Working Conditions:
Hybrid work model(office remote).
Primarilysedentary, with occasional standing/walking.
Standard office environment with no significant hazards.
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Lead
Location
Columbia, SC
Occupation
Transportation Engineers
Industry
Engineering Services
Posted
yesterday
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