PMCM Senior Traffic & Detour Engineer

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Riyadh
R170726
Engineering
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Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Traffic and Detour Engineer to join PMCM team. The ideal candidate will lead efforts in traffic engineering, detour planning, and traffic management for large-scale infrastructure and construction projects. This role requires expertise in traffic operations, temporary traffic control, and construction phasing, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, pedestrians, and construction activities.

What you'll be doing:

  • Lead traffic engineering tasks, including traffic studies, signal design, and roadway safety analysis.

  • Develop and review temporary traffic control plans (TTCPs) for construction projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal standards.

  • Conduct traffic modeling and simulation using tools such as Synchro, VISSIM, and HCS.

  • Provide technical expertise in roadway design, traffic signal timing, and intersection improvements.

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate traffic solutions into overall project designs.

  • Design and review temporary traffic detour plans to minimize disruptions during construction activities.

  • Ensure compliance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and other relevant standards.

  • Conduct field assessments to evaluate existing traffic conditions and identify potential impacts of detour routes.

  • Coordinate with public agencies, utility companies, and stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals for detour plans.

  • Monitor the implementation of detour plans during construction, ensuring proper setup and maintenance of traffic control devices.

  • Manage Contractor, schedules, and deliverables to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies on traffic and detour-related matters.

  • Mentor and guide junior staff, fostering professional growth and technical excellence within the team.

  • Prepare and present technical reports, proposals, and presentations to clients and stakeholders.

  • Stay updated on industry trends, standards, and best practices in traffic engineering and detour planning.

What's required for the role:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

  • Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in traffic engineering, detour planning, or related fields.

  • Proven experience in managing large-scale PMCM projects, including traffic management and construction coordination.

  • Saudi Council of Engineers

  • PTOE (Professional Traffic Operations Engineer) certification is a plus.

  • Certification as a Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) or similar is a plus.

  • Proficiency in traffic engineering software such as Civil3D, Synchro, VISSIM, HCS, PowerPoint and AutoCAD.

  • Strong understanding of MUTCD, AASHTO, and other relevant traffic and detour design standards.

  • Familiarity with construction phasing, work zone safety, and temporary traffic control devices.

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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