Planner I, Transportation

WHO WE ARE
Supported by more than 3,400 employees in nearly 100 locations across the United States, we provide a full continuum of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction, and program management. Our clients include U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker is committed to delivering a standard of excellence that fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement to help solve our clients' complex challenges.

TRANSPORTATION PRACTICE
Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 20 transportation firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals versed in all aspects of transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection. In addition, Michael Baker International is a recognized leader in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International, seeks a Planner to join the Transportation Planning team in the Carlsbad, CA office. 

The Carlsbad Transportation Planning Department seeks a team member for all aspects of transportation planning, conceptual design and plan preparation for Transportation Planning and Traffic Engineering projects.  Responsibilities to include conducting field work, preparing operational analyses, assisting with active transportation tasks, assisting with community outreach events and coordination, preparing maps, graphics and conceptual design for transportation projects, and assisting with VMT analysis and transportation demand management plans. Other duties include assisting in the preparation of Traffic Impact Analysis, GIS Mapping, shared parking & parking management studies, trip generation studies, sight distance calculations, and traffic calming concepts. 

REQUIREMENTS

• B.S. in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
• 1-3 years related experience
• Completed coursework in Traffic Engineering or Transportation Planning 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Reliable method of transportation for project site visits and client meetings 

PREFERENCES

• Master's degree in planning or related fields
• E.I.T. certificate
• Experience with Synchro, SIDRA, or Highway Capacity Software
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Goal oriented and quality focused

COMPENSATION
The hourly compensation range for this position is $33.00 - $51.00 per hour. This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.
 
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:  

• Medical, dental, vision insurance  
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability  
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off  
• Commuter and wellness benefits  

WORKFORCE FLEXIBILITY: Whether you want to work in the office, at home, or in a hybrid model, we accommodate a variety of preferences. We recognize our employees face many factors when it comes to selecting the best work location, and we are passionate about providing options and flexibility.

We create, integrate,  visualize  and communicate planning concepts as they move from the initial vision through implementation. Our planning professionals build strong client partnerships, working with residents, businesses, developers, educational and medical organizations, state and local governments, the military and other federal agencies to successfully plan the future of their communities or institutions. At Michael Baker International, we focus on people and places, improving communities and creating more sustainable, convenient, equitable, healthful, efficient, and attractive places.
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.