The Role
Leads traffic engineering teams and transportation projects while providing technical expertise in traffic analysis, signal timing, traffic studies, travel demand modeling, forecasting, and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include recruiting, business development, client engagement, project management, strategic planning, and serving as Engineer of Record. Requires a civil engineering degree, PE license, strong communication skills, traffic operations knowledge, data analysis capabilities, and proficiency with traffic analysis software.
Summary Generated by Built In
We appreciate your time in considering Avenue Consultants! Our primary objective in the interview process is to first determine if there is an alignment of interests. Second, we want to make sure you fit within our culture, and that our culture is something you want to be a part of.
We review every resume; we want to hear about your accomplishments and how you achieved them. You can even send us some samples of your work. We appreciate people with diverse professional backgrounds. Our interviews start with getting to know you as a person. We’ll want to talk about why you are excited about our industry and where you feel that you can thrive in our company. Then we’ll worry about the technical stuff.
Job Duties
- Performing traffic analysis using various software tools, including TransCAD, Synchro, Tru-Traffic, VISSIM
- Performing data and statistical analyses
- Developing and implementing traffic signal timing plans
- Developing recommendations of Maintenance of Traffic requirements for construction projects
- Collecting traffic data via on-site methods or from online data repositories, such as Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures (ATSPM), ClearGuide, and Arizona's freeway performance measurement system
- Performing field observations of traffic conditions and the operation of traffic control devices
- Performing traffic engineering studies, such as traffic signal warrant studies, left-turn studies, speed studies, pedestrian studies, reduced speed area studies, and passing zones studies
- Effectively summarizing and communicating data, processes, and analysis results
- Perform other duties as assigned and experience allows
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field required
- Professional Engineering (PE) license required
- 8+ years of relevant experience preferred
Skills
- Good communication skills with the capability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
- A strong interest in in traffic operations
- An understanding of national traffic standards and ADOT’s standards
- Capable of analyzing and interpreting traffic data
- Willingness to learn, provide feedback, and receive feedback
- Proficient with Microsoft office suite, especially Excel
- Proficient with traffic analysis software packages such as Synchro, Vissim, and TransCAD
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for up to 100% of the time
- Consistently operates a computer and other office equipment such as scanner/printer, paper cutter, laminator, etc.
- Constantly communicates with discipline experts, clients, team members, etc. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
- Must be able to perceive digital software, programs, and websites
Benefits
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans
- Generous PTO & paid holidays
- FSA & HSA options
- 401(k) matching
- Paid parental leave
- Bonus opportunities
About
Avenue Consultants is a multi-discipline engineering and consulting firm which has successfully delivered a wide range of professional services across the U.S. for nearly 20 years. Avenue’s mission is to create opportunities for employees and value for clients.At Avenue, we are a people-first culture, which means our team members are our top priority. It takes dedication and commitment to build a professional services practice like Avenue, and we could only accomplish this by attracting and retaining the best in our industry. We are highly collaborative, focused on open and honest communication, forward thinking, and show mutual respect and genuine care for others. To encourage an environment that is collaborative and where employees have a true opportunity for development and growth, we take an unconventional approach where we don’t use job titles and traditional reporting structures.Our unique approach offers our employees opportunities to work on projects that are challenging and provide growth opportunities. Our commitment is never to lose sight of our focus on maintaining an environment where our employees are valued and challenged; because of this, our people and culture continue to be key differentiators and contribute significantly to our strategic goals.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field
- Professional Engineer PE license
- 8 or more years of relevant experience
- Strong communication skills for interacting with internal and external stakeholders
- Interest in traffic operations
- Understanding of national traffic standards and ADOT standards
- Ability to analyze and interpret traffic data
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
- Proficiency with traffic analysis software including Synchro, Vissim, and Cube
- Willingness to learn and provide and receive feedback
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The Company
What We Do
Avenue Consultants is a boutique engineering and environmental consulting firm that provides services in transportation planning, roadway design, traffic analysis, site civil design, and public involvement. Founded in 2006, the firm focuses on working with local and state agencies across the country, emphasizing innovative problem-solving, effective communication, and a culture of inclusion to deliver quality results for complex engineering and land development projects.
