Transportation Planner

Barton & Loguidice; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting engineering firm is seeking a motivated Transportation Planner or Engineer with at least five years of experience. This role involves preparing and analyzing transportation and traffic studies, conducting multimodal planning, and engaging with the community. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of transportation analysis tools. The position offers professional growth opportunities within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Approximately five years of relevant experience in transportation or traffic planning.
• Familiarity with NYSDOT procedures and MPO planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of transportation and traffic studies.
• Conduct multimodal planning integrating various transport elements.
• Prepare technical reports and presentation materials.

Skills

Transportation analysis tools

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or related field

Master’s degree in Urban or Transportation Planning or related discipline

Tools

Synchro

HCS

VISSIM

GIS

Job description

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Brief Description

For more than 60 years, Barton & Loguidice, D.P.C., has served the consulting engineering needs of municipal, industrial and institutional clients across the Northeast and Mid‑Atlantic regions. We are a growing multi‑disciplined firm of professional engineers, architects, environmental scientists, geologists, planners and landscape architects headquartered in Syracuse, NY, with offices throughout New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Connecticut and Maine. B&L specializes in transportation engineering, water supply, wastewater management, solid waste management, land planning and site design, environmental services, facilities engineering, land surveying and asset management. We promote a family‑oriented culture and proudly focus on supporting innovation and team growth to provide inspired solutions for our clients.

We are seeking a motivated Transportation Planner or Engineer with a minimum of five years of experience in multi‑modal planning, traffic analysis, or transportation project development. The ideal candidate will support the planning and design of sustainable, safe, and efficient transportation systems for communities across Upstate New York. This position involves working on a variety of planning and engineering projects—ranging from corridor studies, Complete Streets plans, and bicycle/pedestrian network planning to traffic operations analysis and transportation impact assessments. The role offers opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and collaboration with public and private sector clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of transportation and traffic studies, including data collection, analysis, and report writing.
• Conduct multimodal planning, integrating vehicle, bicycle, pedestrian, and transit elements into corridor and area‑wide plans.
• Use GIS, Synchro, HCS, or similar tools to support modeling, data visualization, and analysis.
• Contribute to public engagement efforts, including community workshops and public presentations.
• Prepare clear and concise technical reports, maps, and presentation materials.
• Support senior staff in project management tasks such as budgeting, scheduling, and client communication.
• Coordinate with state and local agencies (e.g., NYSDOT, MPOs, and municipalities) on planning initiatives and project reviews.
• Assist in developing grant applications, planning studies, and long‑range transportation plans.

Requirements

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, or a related field.
• Approximately five years of relevant professional experience in transportation or traffic planning.
• Working knowledge of transportation analysis tools (Synchro, HCS, VISSIM, or GIS).
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Understanding of Complete Streets, context‑sensitive design, and sustainable mobility principles.
• Familiarity with NYSDOT procedures, MPO planning processes, and local municipal review standards.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Urban or Transportation Planning, or a related discipline.
• Certification as AICP, EIT, or working toward PTOE licensure.
• Experience with public engagement and stakeholder coordination.
• Prior consulting or public agency experience in Upstate New York.

Estimated Pay Range: $95,000 – $112,000/year.

Actual compensation may vary based on related work experience, geographic location and market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.

Barton & Loguidice is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability or protected veteran status, and any other basis protected by applicable local, state, or federal law or Executive Orders.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Civil Engineering