Transportation Planner 1, Richmond Hill

Responsibilities

Traffic Modelling / Traffic Operations Analysis

Field Surveys / Observations

Traffic Impact / Development Studies

Signal Optimization / Traffic Signal Coordination

Transit Operation Studies

Microsimulation (Vissim/Aimsun)

Safety / Collision Analysis

Data Processing and Analytics

GIS / Mapping

Job Skills

A self starter, comfrotable working in team environment

Excellent with oral and wrtiten communication skills

Fluency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint)

Fluency with Synchro, Aimsun or Vissim

Programming skills in languages such as Python and R is an asset

Working knowledge in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and/or analytic tools such as Tableau/PowerBI is an asset

Progressive and innovative approach to problem-solving an asset

Knowledge of geometric roadway design, traffic engineering, travel demand modeling, transit service planning, active transportation an asset

Knowledge and application of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Process (MCEA), Transit Project Assessment Process (TPAP), TAC Manual, MTO Geometrics Design Manual

Preferred Qualifications

Two/three years of experience in transportation engineering including traffic operations studies, traffic signals, transit priority, meso/microsimulation modelling, highway and transit infrastructure projects, master and secondary plans, environmental assessments, traffic impact studies, traffic safety, pedestrian and cycling studies, and traffic management plan is an asset.

Experience with projects involving pedestrian simulation modelling for transit stations and other public facilities

Experience with projects involving LRT, BRT, or subway / heavy rail is an asset

Familiarity with planning policies and guiding documents in the Greater Toronto Area is an asset

Experience working on MTO, Metrolinx, TTC, York Region, Peel Region, Durham Region, or City of Toronto projects preferred.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

Compensation The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The pay range for Richmond Hill, ON: $61,908 - $88,440.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

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