Senior Transportation Planner

Company: Hanson Professional Services
Location: Miami
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Hanson Values Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation If you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment. A Day in the Life of a Senior Transportation Planner Project Manager at Hanson Here’s a snapshot of what you would do in this role: Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver transit projects throughout Florida Oversee transportation and transit planning, environmental analyses, and design reviews Author reports and submissions to federal, state, and local agencies, including NEPA documentation Assist in preparing and evaluating STOPS and RTC models for transit capital and operations costs Manage project submittals, compliance evaluations, and coordination with support personnel and subconsultants Collaborate with local governments, regional agencies, and transit authorities to facilitate project delivery Develop detailed scopes and resource estimates for transit and rail projects Build and maintain strong client relationships, participating in meetings to discuss project goals and progress Evaluate project performance and identify areas for improvement in collaboration with leadership Contribute to a variety of transit, freight, and passenger rail projects, including Commuter Rail and Bus Rapid Transit Support business development efforts through RFP responses, interviews, and marketing initiatives Other duties as assigned What We’re Looking For We feel the following qualifications would set you up for success in this role: Skills: Strong knowledge of transportation planning and federal regulations (FTA, FRA, FDOT) Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Experience in transit and transportation studies, public engagement, rail systems, and environmental planning Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly Strong relationship-building skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team Willingness to travel for day trips or evening meetings, with flexibility for varying hours Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Urban/Regional Planning, Environmental Planning, or Transportation Engineering 10 years of progressive experience in transportation, with a focus on transit and rail projects Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida or AICP designation preferred but not required Active involvement in technical or professional organizations is a plus Salary Range: $130,000 - $200,000, based on experience. Position is eligible for annual discretionary bonus. Benefits Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including: Competitive compensation Performance bonuses 401(k) with matching contribution Employee Stock Ownership Plan Comprehensive health & well-being plans Financial wellness plans Work-life balance programs Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details. Culture We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including: Monthly educational webinars Leadership training Lunch & learn development sessions 24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses Mentorship opportunities Award-winning internship program Employee recognition And so much more! AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EEO — EMPLOYER We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies/staffing firms. Resumes are only accepted from recruiters and agency/staffing firms if a signed agreement is in place at the inception of the recruiting effort and authorized for a specified position.

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