Traffic Director leads and directs the traffic department to efficiently and safely move materials and products to designated destinations. Develops and maintains transportation and distribution procedures to maximize delivery efficiency and minimize delivery costs. Being a Traffic Director evaluates and selects appropriate transportation carriers and routes. Resolves delivery issues for both internal and external customers. Additionally, Traffic Director monitors, analyzes, and reviews loss and damage claims and makes recommendations for improved safety. Oversees costs and processes to adhere to budgets. Ensures compliance with all DOT/OSHA guidelines. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Traffic Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Traffic Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Sam Schwartz, a TYLin Company, is a leading transportation engineering, planning, and environmental firm known nationally for our ability to solve complex transportation problems with creative, multi-modal solutions. Our work includes diverse, high-profile projects for both private and public sector clients. We are located in Los Angeles/Oakland, CA, Washington, DC, Chicago, IL, Jersey City, NJ, New York, NY, Seattle, WA and Tampa, FL.
Job SummarySam Schwartz is seeking a Director of Traffic Engineering to lead our traffic engineering services and team within the NJ and PA region. The ideal candidate must possess a deep understanding of local and State agency processes, demonstrated experience managing projects for both the private and public sectors, and the ability to provide technical oversight and deliver high-quality projects on time and on budget. The Traffic Engineering department delivers a wide range of projects including traffic impact studies, traffic simulation and modeling, transportation planning, corridor and neighborhood studies, airport landside planning and engineering, data analytics, transportation management plans, traffic signal design, alternative analyses, planning for connected and autonomous vehicles, and traffic analyses to support master plans and large-scale highway projects.Minimum of 12 years' experience, including 5 years' experience locally
PA and/or NJ PE license required; PTOE certification preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Traffic/Transportation Engineering
Staff management and leadership experience
Project management experience
Experience preparing multi-modal transportation analysis and studies in the region for the Philadelphia Streets Department, PennDOT, SEPTA, and other local agencies
Experience leading and preparing proposals for private and public sector clients
Experience with traffic analysis software including Synchro/SimTraffic and VISSIM
Demonstrated ability to bring creativity and efficiency to problem solving
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and tasks concurrently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Business development and client management experience
Candidates must submit a cover letter with their resume.
Sam Schwartz is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $146,600- $215,900 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. Sam Schwartz is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.
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Sam Schwartz Consulting, LLC offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
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Sam Schwartz Consulting, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.