Senior Transportation Planner Jobs
By City of Victoria BC At Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Coordinate, assign and review the work of consultants and associated deliverables as required in a project management capacity.
Execute project and budget management.
Change management and conflict resolution.
Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification
Coordinate transportation planning processes, develop strategy documents, and manage delivery of projects for assigned areas of Transportation.
Work is generated by Council priorities, department work plan(s), community issues or operational requirements and is assigned and discussed with supervisor.

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on the transportation system of a major city? We are looking for a Principal Transportation Planner to join our team and help shape the future of our city's transportation network. You will be responsible for developing and implementing innovative transportation plans that meet the needs of our citizens and businesses. If you have a passion for transportation planning and a commitment to making a difference, this is the job for you!

Overview:

Principal Transportation Planners are responsible for developing, implementing, and managing transportation plans for a variety of projects. They work with local, state, and federal agencies to develop plans that meet the needs of the community and are cost-effective. They also work with engineers, architects, and other professionals to ensure that the plans are feasible and meet all safety and environmental regulations.

How To Become an Principal Transportation Planner:

To become a Principal Transportation Planner, you must have a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, civil engineering, or a related field. You must also have experience in transportation planning, including experience with public transportation systems, traffic engineering, and land use planning. Additionally, you must have strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Principal Transportation Planner Skills:

• Knowledge of transportation planning principles and practices
• Ability to develop and implement transportation plans
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with local, state, and federal agencies
• Knowledge of traffic engineering and land use planning
• Ability to work with engineers, architects, and other professionals
• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations

What is Principal Transportation Planner Knowledge?

• Knowledge of transportation planning principles and practices
• Knowledge of traffic engineering and land use planning
• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations
• Knowledge of public transportation systems
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations
• Knowledge of budgeting and cost-benefit analysis

What is Principal Transportation Planner Responsibilities?

• Developing and implementing transportation plans
• Working with local, state, and federal agencies
• Working with engineers, architects, and other professionals
• Ensuring plans meet safety and environmental regulations
• Analyzing data and making recommendations
• Preparing reports and presentations
• Monitoring project progress and making adjustments as needed

What is Principal Transportation Planner Experience?

• Experience in transportation planning
• Experience with public transportation systems
• Experience with traffic engineering and land use planning
• Experience with local, state, and federal regulations
• Experience with budgeting and cost-benefit analysis
• Experience with project management

What is Principal Transportation Planner Qualifications?

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, civil engineering, or a related field
• Experience in transportation planning
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with local, state, and federal agencies
• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations

Principal Transportation Planner Educations:

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, civil engineering, or a related field
• Master’s degree in urban planning, civil engineering, or a related field
• Professional certifications in transportation planning
What tools help Principal Transportation Planner work better?
• GIS software
• Traffic simulation software
• Project management software
• Data analysis software
• Budgeting and cost-benefit analysis software
Good tips to help Principal Transportation Planner do more effectively?
• Stay up to date on the latest trends in transportation planning
• Develop strong relationships with local, state, and federal agencies
• Utilize data analysis and project management software to streamline processes
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of safety and environmental regulations
• Develop strong communication and problem-solving skills
Common Principal Transportation Planner interview questions?
• What experience do you have in transportation planning?
• How have you worked with local, state, and federal agencies in the past?
• What challenges have you faced in developing and implementing transportation plans?
• How do you ensure that plans meet safety and environmental regulations?
• What strategies do you use to analyze data and make recommendations?