Overview

Kimley-Horn's Spokane office is seeking a Transporation Planner with 8+ years of experience to join their Transportation and Traffic team! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

Join our Multi-Modal Transportation and Traffic Team and play a key role in shaping sustainable, efficient, and equitable transportation solutions. We are seeking a dynamic professional with expertise in urban planning, transportation analysis, and project management to lead and contribute to a variety of transportation-related initiatives, including:

• Traffic Impact Studies & Multi-Modal Transportation Analyses – Assess and design solutions that enhance mobility and accessibility.

• Safety Studies & Travel Demand Modeling – Utilize data-driven approaches to improve transportation safety and efficiency.

• Corridor Concept Development & Sustainable Mobility Planning – Develop forward-thinking strategies that integrate transit, active transportation, and emerging technologies.

• ITS Planning & Signal Design – Contribute to intelligent transportation systems and traffic signal coordination.

• Project & Grant Management – Lead federally funded projects, ensuring compliance and delivering impactful transportation improvements.

• GIS & Data Analysis – Utilize geospatial tools to support transportation planning and decision-making.

As a key member of our team, you will:

• Engage with clients, stakeholders, and community members to drive equitable and sustainable transportation initiatives.

• Mentor junior staff and foster a collaborative work environment.

• Lead innovative projects that shape the future of urban mobility and infrastructure.

This role is ideal for a passionate leader with experience in transportation planning, public sector coordination, and sustainable mobility solutions—someone who thrives on making a tangible impact in communities through innovative transportation strategies.

If you’re excited about driving meaningful change in transportation and urban development, we’d love to hear from you!

Qualifications

• 8+years of directly related experience

• American Institute of Certified Planner (AICP) Certification Preferred

• Experience preparing traffic impact studies, multi-modal planning studies and improvements, traffic signal and lighting plans, signing and striping plans, and a variety of technical and planning reports

• Proficiency in Synchro/SimTraffic, TransCAD, CUBE, AutoCAD, and/or other traffic and engineering software

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Ability to work with and balance priorities among multiple projects and project managers, as well as provide direction to entry-level Transportation Analysts

Salary Range:

• $90k-$120k

• Eligible for Performance Based Bonus Compensation

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 17 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.

• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.

• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.

• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Posted Date 3 weeks ago (3/11/2025 2:59 PM)

ID 2025-17409

Education Bachelor's Degree

Discipline/Focus Transportation/TPTO