Senior Transportation Planner

Senior Transportation Planner

Unmatched Comp Time Policy: Hours worked over 40 in a week are paid at the usual hourly rate or can be banked as additional PTO.

At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from a company that values people as our greatest resource and recognizes our responsibility to the communities where we live and work. We are seeking a Senior Transportation Planner with experience in transportation planning to support and help lead active transportation, trail, and multimodal projects across Utah and the Intermountain West.

This role is ideal for a planner who enjoys both technical and planning-level work, and who is passionate about improving mobility, connectivity, and quality of life through trails, shared-use paths, and complete streets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the planning and development of active transportation facilities, including shared-use paths, trails, bike lanes, and complete streets

• Manage corridor studies, concept studies, active transportation plans, feasibility studies, and NEPA/PEL-related planning efforts

• Prepare and review technical memoranda, reports, and planning documents for transportation and trail projects

• Lead and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including traffic, drainage, roadway, structures, utilities, and right-of-way

• Lead project management activities, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality control

• Analyze transportation, land use, and mobility data to inform planning recommendations

• Assist with and play a key role in public and stakeholder engagement efforts, including meetings, workshops, and presentations

• Communicate technical information clearly through strong written deliverables and verbal presentations

• Mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment

• Lead business development and client relationship efforts as appropriate

• Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field (required)

• 15+ years of experience in transportation planning and/or multimodal project development

• Experience managing active transportation, trails, or multimodal projects

• Strong understanding of current national and local guidelines, particularly for bicycle and pedestrian facilities

• Proficiency in GIS and/or transportation planning and analysis tools

• Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports, studies, and planning documentation

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to clients, stakeholders, and public audiences

• Ability to work across multiple phases of planning projects

• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with trail planning and design, including alignment development and user experience considerations

• Background in corridor planning, active transportation plans, or multimodal network development

• Experience working with state DOTs, MPOs, and/or local agencies

• Interest in innovative mobility solutions and emerging best practices in active transportation

• Experience supporting public involvement and stakeholder coordination

• Experience mentoring junior staff

Benefits

• At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• Generous paid time off

• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%

• Professional development opportunities including in-house training

• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure

• For more information, visit our website at www.horrocks.com

• Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status

• EEO — All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

• We provide fair and equal treatment to all candidates, including reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.