Traffic/ITS Engineering Leader – DFW Region (Hybrid)

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated and experienced Traffic/ITS PE PTOE Seller-Doer to take on a leadership role supporting and expanding our traffic engineering and ITS services in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. This role can be hybrid, allowing flexibility to work from home several days a week.

In this key position, you’ll work closely with AECOM’s local and regional leadership to grow an already established traffic/ITS team serving a mix of municipal and regional clients across North Texas. You will lead project delivery, drive business development, foster client relationships, mentor junior staff, and coordinate across AECOM’s multidisciplinary transportation teams.

Projects will vary in scale and complexity and may include municipal traffic engineering, ITS planning and deployment, signal and lighting design, traffic simulation and forecasting, and MOT/traffic control planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build, lead, and mentor a team of traffic and ITS professionals serving municipal and regional clients throughout North Texas
• Support business development efforts: identify opportunities, develop capture strategies, lead/assist with proposal writing and client interviews
• Manage and deliver technical services such as:
• Traffic operations and safety studies, forecasting, simulation, and planning
• PS&E packages for traffic signals, ITS, signing/striping, lighting, and MOT
• Systems Engineering for ITS and connected technology projects
• Oversee production of technical deliverables including reports, estimates, memos, presentations, and plan sets
• Serve as Project Manager or technical lead on traffic/ITS assignments
• Provide quality control and technical oversight for project deliverables
• Support business development efforts: identify opportunities, develop capture strategies, lead/assist with proposal writing and client interviews
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships with municipal agencies, MPOs, and TxDOT district offices
• Coordinate with internal teams across civil, structures, environmental, and planning disciplines
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget expectations for multiple projects simultaneously

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in traffic/ITS engineering

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• 20+ years of experience delivering traffic/ITS services, with a strong portfolio of municipal projects across Texas
• Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license and active PTOE certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Proven success in client-facing roles and business development, especially with municipal agencies and TxDOT
• Deep familiarity with:
• Traffic simulation tools (Synchro, VISSIM)
• CAD platforms (MicroStation/OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D)
• Signal and ITS design standards and software (including systems engineering process)
• Strong writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Design-build and alternative delivery experience a plus

Additional Information

• This position offers flexible hybrid work options, based out of the DFW metro area
• Sponsorship is not provided for this role

About Aecom

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.