Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic, resourceful, and entrepreneurial-minded Senior Traffic Engineer to lead and expand our traffic engineering practice working from our Brooklyn office (hybrid), Patchogue office (hybrid), or fully remote. This role will serve as the primary point of contact for our clients in the region, providing high-quality technical expertise and project leadership, with the flexibility and opportunity to grow into a broader leadership role within the firm.

Duties:

• Manage and deliver traffic engineering projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction.
• Lead and direct staff in performing traffic studies, analyses, and the preparation of engineering deliverables.
• Attend and represent the firm at daytime and evening public meetings in support of projects.
• Drive targeted business development efforts to grow the firm’s traffic engineering portfolio on Long Island.
• Maintain and build strong client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor for traffic engineering services.
• Prepare competitive proposals and pursue prospective opportunities to expand our client base.
• Collaborate with transportation professionals operating in the NYC metro area to support projects and activities across the wider region.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to build, lead, and shape the firm’s traffic

engineering presence on Long Island, while working alongside a talented regional team. The role provides a clear

path to leadership for those with the vision and drive to grow both the practice and client relationships.

Requirements

• 8+ years’ experience in traffic engineering and transportation planning with at least 4 years’ experience managing projects and handling clients NYS PE License (or ability to acquire in 6 months).
• PTOE certification a plus B.S. degree in civil engineering Familiarity with NYSDOT requirements; familiarity with Long Island geography a plus.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Deep understanding and mastery of traffic engineering and transportation planning principles as they relate to both private and public projects/clients.
• Ability and willingness to travel within NYC metro area to visit project sites and attend meetings.
• Ability and willingness to conduct business development activities within target market.

Salary Range: $125,000 - $190,000 per year.

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.

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