Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Senior Transportation Planner

Transportation EngineeringUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeSalt Lake City, UT, USA$120k - $170k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field is required.
At least 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 geographic information systems (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.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

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 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)/Planning and Environmental Linkages (PEL)-related planning efforts.
Prepare and review technical memoranda, reports, and planning documents for transportation and trail projects.
Lead and coordinate 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 through written deliverables and verbal presentations.
Mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Lead business development and client relationship efforts as appropriate.

Desired 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 departments of transportation (DOTs), metropolitan planning organizations (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.

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.

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

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

About the Company

Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Trilon Group provides infrastructure consulting in transportation, water, and municipal systems in the Mid-Atlantic region. It works by partnering with local governments, municipalities, and private clients to deliver planning, design support, and project management through fee-based engagements, expanding capabilities through alliances with firms like Rinker Design Associates and Wilson Engineers. The company differentiates itself with a platform-style growth approach backed by private equity and a People First culture focused on talent development. Its goal is to expand service offerings and market presence in the Mid-Atlantic by building scalable partnerships and using capital to support growth.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $200M
Headquarters: Denver, CO
Founded: 2021

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