Job DescriptionAs a member of this team, you would contribute to CDM Smith's mission by:
Gather, compile, and analyze transportation demographic, economic, land use and/or environmental data including traffic data, etc. to create moderate to high complexity modeling for existing and proposed transportation systems (roads; bridges; highways; tunnels; tolls; transit; rail; freight; aviation; bike/ped.; etc.). Review existing models and recommend improvements/changes, as necessary. Support sales and delivery related to federal contracting opportunities with U.S. Department of Transportation agencies. Identify federal transportation agencies and contracts that provide opportunities for CDM Smith based on team strengths and alignment with our growth strategy. Work with teams, coordinate sales strategy to pursue federal contracting opportunities, including mining bench/IDIQ contracts. Collaborate with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs). Review draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices, as appropriate. Oversee federal contracting opportunities through delivery, including coordination between the client and delivery teams, as well as various prime and subconsultant partners. Ensure comprehensive oversight of CDM Smith project performance, quality assurance, and delivery aligned with contract scope, schedule, and costs. Provide technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Perform QA/QC of junior to mid-level staff work product. Mentor more junior staff and develop them for future growth within the discipline and firm. Contribute to CDM Smith transportation growth strategy, with focus on federal transportation market, clients, and opportunities. Contribute to firm's TKM by developing white papers related to federal, multi-disciplinary efforts. Submit technical papers for publishing to technical journals. Meet with current and potential future clients to review their current and future planning needs. Attend conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff, including TRB. Act as the primary point of contact for external client and related industry contacts. Collaborate with clients and government officials to clarify technical questions and provide updates to management team, as necessary. Meet with potential sales pursuit teaming partners, evaluate optimal team organization, and formalize teaming agreements. This position is hybrid; may work from home up to 2 days per week, as permitted.
Skills & AbilitiesExpert knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by all transportation modes, and understanding of current transportation trends/issues, including the relative costs and benefits. Expert knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process. Expert knowledge of the practical application of regional and community planning. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, models, and equipment to study and/or design of movement of people, goods and services. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Qualifications - At least a bachelor's degree or its equivalent in Civil Engineering, Urban, Community or Regional Planning, or a related field and 15 years of progressive experience as Transportation Planner or in a related role. In the alternative, a master's degree or its equivalent in Civil Engineering, Urban, Community or Regional Planning, or a related field, and 14 years of experience as Transportation Planner or in a related role.
- At least 10 years of experience serving as a thought leader, publishing articles and serving in leadership roles in transportation safety-related professional organizations.
- At least 14 years of leading federal and state transportation safety, operations, policy, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) programs.
- Has led at least 2 major Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Technical Expertise and Support Services initiatives.
- Has at least one PMI, ESRI, or RSP certification.
Amount of Travel RequiredNo Travel is required
Additional Pay Range InformationCDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate's salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.
Additional CompensationAll bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Visa Sponsorship AvailableNo-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
Agency DisclaimerAll vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Team will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Pay Range MaxUSD $272,043.00
Pay Range MinUSD $147,056.00
