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Traffic Engineering Practice Lead - Tennessee

AECOM1,828 open roles

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Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking an accomplished transportation leader to serve as Traffic Engineering Practice Lead for Tennessee. This leadership position will be responsible for the strategic growth, technical excellence, operational performance, and business development of the firm's statewide traffic engineering practice.

The Practice Lead will oversee a team of traffic engineers delivering complex projects throughout Tennessee. The successful candidate will combine deep technical knowledge with strong client relationships, business development capabilities, and industry leadership.

This role is intended for a recognized transportation professional with demonstrated experience in traffic operations, traffic signal systems, multimodal transportation, transportation safety, intelligent transportation systems, and organizational leadership. Experience leading transportation programs for municipalities, state agencies, MPOs, or major consulting firms is highly desirable.

The ideal candidate will have a proven record of professional leadership within organizations such as the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) and a strong reputation among transportation agencies and industry stakeholders.

AECOM offers experienced transportation leaders the opportunity to elevate their careers beyond project delivery and take ownership of a statewide practice with the support of a global organization. As Traffic Engineering Practice Lead, you will have the authority to shape business strategy, expand client relationships, mentor and build high-performing teams, and influence some of Tennessee's most significant transportation investments while leveraging AECOM's national network of technical experts, market leaders, and resources.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Practice Leadership

  • Lead the statewide Traffic Engineering Practice for Tennessee.
  • Execute annual strategic growth plans.
  • Identify emerging market opportunities and transportation trends.

Business Development and Client Management

  • Serve as Principal-in-Charge for key transportation clients.
  • Develop and maintain executive-level relationships with TDOT, local governments, planning organizations, and private development clients.
  • Lead proposal development and project pursuit strategies.
  • Participate in client interviews and contract negotiations.
  • Represent AECOM at conferences, professional meetings, and industry events.

Technical Leadership

  • Provide technical oversight and quality control for:Traffic Engineering Studies and Assessments Traffic Signals and ITS Transportation Safety Multimodal Transportation

Project Delivery Leadership

  • Lead engineering efforts for traffic studies, reports, and operational analyses.
  • Lead engineering efforts for traffic signal and ITS planning and design projects.
  • Coordinate with roadway, bridge, drainage, environmental, and planning disciplines.
  • Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and at the highest level of quality.

Team Leadership and Staff Development

  • Recruit, mentor, and develop transportation professionals.
  • Build and maintain a high-performing statewide traffic engineering team.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and professional development planning.
  • Support professional licensure and technical certifications.
  • Foster innovation and technical excellence throughout the practice.

Qualifications

Minimum:

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field.
  • 10 years of progressively responsible traffic engineering and transportation operations experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
  • 5 years of project management and team leadership experience.
  • Experience managing traffic engineering and ITS projects.

Preferred:

  • Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
  • Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification.
  • Road Safety Professional (RSP) certification.
  • IMSA Traffic Signal certifications.
  • 15 years of traffic engineering and ITS experience.
  • Experience with TDOT projects.
  • Experience with municipal transportation programs.

Additional Information

  • Relocation is an option for this position
  • We are interested in every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship may be available for current visa holders in the United States

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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 2025. 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.

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