Senior Traffic Engineer | Fort Lauderdale, FL

100% Employee-Owned | Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

IMEG is hiring a Senior Traffic Engineer in Fort Lauderdale, FL to lead the delivery of large and highly complex transportation projects as a project manager or lead engineer. This role applies technical knowledge to improve complex transportation systems, enhance traffic safety, and optimize infrastructure for public and private sectors.

In addition to project delivery, this role supports budgets, schedules, billing, quality control, client communication, and cross-functional coordination throughout design and construction. You will contribute to transportation and bridge-related work for public agencies and communities while helping shape connected, high-performing infrastructure.

At a Glance

Location: Fort Lauderdale or Palmetto Bay, FL

Discipline: Traffic

Markets: Transportation; Bridge

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel: Up to 25%

Work Schedule: Full-time in office

Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

• Coordinate, oversee, and manage projects ranging in size and complexity, and serve as the point of contact for teams and clients
• Collaborate with business development staff, Project Executives, Client Executives, and Market Directors/Leaders during the initial stages of project opportunities
• Assist Project Executives and Client Executives with design scopes of work, fee calculations, and contract reviews for proposal generation
• Create project schedules including targets for milestones and deadlines
• Create monthly billings and submit financial information to Accounting in a timely manner, and update billing projections and estimated completion percentage for all projects monthly
• Ensure design follows owner standards and requirements, IMEG standards, and code requirements, and ensure design milestone deliverables are achieved, IMEG and client quality control processes are completed, and construction technical support occurs in a timely manner
• Collaborate with design staff and coordinate scheduling of projects during all phases of design and construction, schedule and lead progress meetings, and provide meeting documentation
• Lead project interviews and project presentations
• Respond to and resolve client and construction concerns, manage change orders, and obtain appropriate approvals
• Build, maintain, and develop client relationships
• Prepare technical content in Proposals/RFQ documents, including technical approach, project data sheets, and fee projections

What You'll Bring

Required Education

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent, required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required

Experience

• 14 years of experience minimum required, 16 preferred, in the building design consulting industry

Required Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership traits in the Project Management career path
• Mastery of the technical aspects of one’s discipline
• Mastery of technical and analytical skills including proficiency in transportation planning, engineering design, and regulatory processes
• Advance knowledge with local, state, and federal transportation regulations, environmental, policies, and permitting procedures
• Ability to mentor, train, motivate, and lead others
• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills; Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficiency in the use of BIM software
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 25% with occasional overnight stays

About the Team

• Our team helps cities, counties, and transportation agencies plan, design, analyze, and maintain transportation systems, including intersection improvements, roadway design, traffic congestion evaluation, bridge inspection, and transit planning.
• Our team of skilled planners and engineers empowers communities by revamping neighborhoods, repurposing transportation corridors, and integrating Complete Streets and open spaces.
• Recent work includes SW 100th Avenue Stormwater Retrofit Planning & Design | Town of Cutler Bay, Florida, Stormwater; Non-Motorized Traffic Monitoring Program | FDOT Transportation & Data Analytics Office, Transportation; and NE 15th Avenue Tactical Urbanism Project | City of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Transportation.

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member shares in that mission as an owner.

• Employee ownership (ESOP) with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing
• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology
• PE, SE, and other license exam prep and support, with a clear path from EIT to PE
• Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)
• Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription
• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

Bring Your Career to IMEG

Apply today to help deliver safer, smarter transportation solutions while building your future as an owner at IMEG.

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities?  Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/. 

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