Senior Traffic Engineer / Project Manager
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LocationOverland Park KS
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
DepartmentTraffic Engineering & Planning Department, Engineers
EquityIncluded
Company size201–500 people
PostedMay 11, 2026 · 6mo ago
Verified live1d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on May 11, 202652% of this company's open roles have been listed for 90+ days
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Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or similar
Professional Engineer (PE)
Extensive traffic engineering experience with a proven ability to lead projects and consistently deliver high-quality results
Strong interest in driving client engagement and pursuing new business opportunities
Excellent inter-personal and leadership skills
Valid Driver's License
Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE)
Prior project experience with MoDOT and/or KDOT
Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation
Experience with urban, multimodal transportation planning and traffic calming
Experience leading teams in a project client environment
Experience with Synchro 12 and traffic signal operations/phasing
Experience with traffic simulation modeling software packages such as PTV's VISSIM
Experience with innovative intersection and interchange configurations
Experience with the predictive methods of the Highway Safety Manual
Experience with traffic forecasting methods
Experience with travel demand modeling software packages such as Caliper's TransCAD
Skills
AutoCAD
MicroStation
Synchro 12
VISSIM
TransCAD
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
401(k)
Student loan repayment
Unlimited PTO
About the role
We are seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer & Project Manager to lead traffic engineering projects and assist with the growth of our traffic practice within the Kansas City regional market area. The successful candidate should have broad experience in the field of traffic engineering and experience managing multiple tasks in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
About the company
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing firm with a well-established and expanding Traffic Engineering and Planning practice. We work with both public and private sector clients to solve their most complex transportation challenges. Our practice encompasses all areas of traffic engineering and planning, including traffic impact studies, safety studies, traffic simulation, travel demand modeling and forecasting, corridor planning, traffic signal operations, signal and ITS design, comprehensive planning, transit planning, pedestrian and bicycle planning, and long-range transportation planning.
For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design. Our dedication to building a team that demonstrates our corporate values (CARDIA) is what sets us apart:
CARDIA: Means “from the heart” – Creativity; Accountability; Respect; Dedication; Integrity; Achievement
Lochmueller Group provides an excellent workplace culture established by our people who share these values. We are a 100% employee-owned company of people who are vested in the success and continued development of each other and the firm. This is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality and service.
Key responsibilities of this role will include:
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Generate project proposals and participate in project interviews in coordination with marketing staff and senior leadership
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Develop project goals, scopes of work, and budgets to guide project activities
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Coordinate and manage the work of project team members
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Provide quality control and quality assurance on all aspects projects
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Produce high-quality deliverables and communicate project findings to clients
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Coordinate and collaborate with other senior leaders of the firm on client management and strategic business development
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Pursue new business opportunities through relationships, professional organizations, etc.
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Keep abreast of emerging trends in the transportation industry, such as autonomous vehicles, Smart Cities technologies, ridesharing, etc.
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As opportunities present themselves, this role may also be involved in other responsibilities and projects.
Qualifications for this role:
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Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or similar
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Professional Engineer (PE)
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Extensive traffic engineering experience with a proven ability to lead projects and consistently deliver high-quality results
•
Strong interest in driving client engagement and pursuing new business opportunities
•
Excellent inter-personal and leadership skills
•
Valid Driver’s License
Additional qualifications that would be helpful:
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Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE)
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Prior project experience with MoDOT and/or KDOT
•
Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation
•
Experience with urban, multimodal transportation planning and traffic calming
•
Experience leading teams in a project client environment
•
Experience with Synchro 12 and traffic signal operations/phasing
•
Experience with traffic simulation modeling software packages such as PTV’s VISSIM
•
Experience with innovative intersection and interchange configurations
•
Experience with the predictive methods of the Highway Safety Manual
•
Experience with traffic forecasting methods
•
Experience with travel demand modeling software packages such as Caliper’s TransCAD
•
Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation
•
Experience with urban, multimodal transportation planning and traffic calming
What we offer:
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Health & Wellness: medical, dental, vision, disability, and basic life insurance w/ option for additional voluntary life insurance
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Work/Life Balance: vacation, holidays, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, flexible scheduling & telecommuting opportunities
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Wealth-Building: 401k w/ company match, student loan repayment benefit, ESOP, competitive compensation package
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Professional Benefits: professional membership dues, career & educational development
Legal
Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.