**39651BR** **Requisition ID:** 39651BR **Business Unit:** TSU **Job Description:** This role supports the Project Director in delivering transportation planning, policy analysis and development, and traffic engineering services to the Illinois Tollway. As a valued member of this team you will; -Oversee and conduct reviews of technical work. -Lead and mentor a diverse, multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, and data scientists under the guidance of the project director. -Be responsible for all aspects of task management, including development of staffing plans; adherence to scope, schedule, and budget; and ongoing quality control and quality assurance. -Assess and interpret technical assessment in areas such as travel demand modeling, interchange analysis, and corridor studies. This work may include spatial and statistical analyses of transportation systems performance, demographic trends, land use development, and interactions with the larger multimodal transportation system. -Guide transportation policy research and analysis efforts. -Develop context-appropriate policy guidance for the client. -Oversee the development of technical reports, presentations, and other written deliverables for technical and non-technical audiences. Present and discuss findings with the client. -Support business development pursuits for transportation planning opportunities in the Midwest region. **Job Title:** Lead Transportation Planner/Transportation Policy Analyst **Group:** TSO **Employment Type:** Regular **Minimum Qualifications:** -Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban, Community or Regional Planning, or related discipline. -AICP, PTP, PE, CEP, or approved certification in a related field. Or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban, Community, or Regional Planning or a related discipline. -10 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree or 9 years of experience with a Master's degree. -Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. -Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. **Preferred Qualifications:** -Direct experience with the evaluation and interpretation of regional travel demand modeling outputs. -Background in transportation economics. -Experience with transportation policy and funding. -Experience with traffic operations engineering and associated tools is not required but would be viewed favorably. -Professional experience working in transportation planning in Illinois. -AICP. \#LI-MS1 \#LI-HYBRID **EEO Statement:** We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. **Why CDM Smith?:** Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith) **Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.** Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. **Job Site Location:** Illinois - Lisle **Agency Disclaimer:** All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. 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CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. **Amount of Travel Required:** 5% **Assignment Category:** Fulltime-Regular **Visa Sponsorship Available:** Yes **Skills and Abilities:** -A strong understanding of tools, such as travel demand modeling, GIS, and statistical analysis. -Strong communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills. -Superior organizational and time management skills. -Must possess excellent leadership qualities and have a demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment. -Since technical and document review is crucial to this position, strong technical skills and exceptional technical writing abilities are essential. **Background Check and Drug Testing Information:** CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. 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