Job Details

Flux Resources is seeking a visionary Traffic Engineering and Transportation Planning Group Leader / Senior Project Manager to join our client in the Southern California Region.

Job Overview

As the Traffic Engineering and Transportation Planning Group Leader / Senior Project Manager, you will play a critical role in managing and expanding the Smart Mobility practice the California Region. You will be responsible for supervising staff, developing the team, managing short- and long-term workloads, and ensuring technical excellence in project delivery. This is a unique opportunity to shape a growing team and contribute to the advancement of intelligent and sustainable transportation systems.

Group Leader Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver technical work for the California Smart Mobility team.
• Mentor and train junior and mid-level staff on career development, project management, and technical expertise.
• Foster a functional, efficient, and enjoyable work environment as part of the California leadership team.
• Manage performance, including time off, timecards, expense reports, and training approvals.
• Collaborate with Smart Mobility Group Leaders across diverse business units to fulfill project and business development opportunities.
• Learn client standards and expectations, identify new business opportunities, and provide inputs for scopes, schedules, and budgets.
  
  

• Manage transportation engineering and planning projects, including conceptual design and planning of intersection improvements, multimodal facilities, and transportation corridors.
• Ensure project deliverables are on time, on budget, and meet or exceed industry standards.
• Work with the California Market Leader to manage resources and complete project commitments.
• Provide leadership and guidance in traffic design and transportation planning.
• Review engineering documents and deliverables for compliance with contractual and professional standards.
• Adhere to firmwide tools, processes, and policies, including project accounting, contracting, and quality requirements.
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Planning, or a related field.
• Professional Engineering (PE) License for engineers or AICP Certification for planners (preferred but not necessary).
• 8-12 years of professional experience in engineering or planning, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or project management role.
• Proven leadership experience in providing feedback, coaching, and team management.
• Strong ability to generate work, manage transportation projects, lead a team, and perform technical QA.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
  
  

• Project experience with CalTrans and other local agencies.
• Master's degree in traffic engineering or transportation planning.
  
  

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution.
• Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holiday Pay.
• 401k.
• Flexible 9/80 (every other Friday off) work schedule.
• Holistic Wellbeing Program focused on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health.
• Opportunities for growth with support and mentoring to help achieve professional goals.
• Anticipated salary range for this position is $130,000 - $201,000 and is based on applicable experience and location