Transit Planner II

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

We have a career opportunity for an experienced Transit Planner in our growing Miami office! This position will work under the guidance of a Senior Project Manager and has the opportunity for great career progression, working on challenging projects for a wide range of public sector clients.

This position will report to our Miami office at least 2‑3 days a week. Other days will be worked remotely.

• Support a range of transit operations and planning projects or related multimodal transportation studies
• Use ArcGIS and other analytical tools to support project outcomes and recommendations
• Assist in/oversee data collection and field observations
• Prepare written summaries of technical analyses and presentation materials
• Coordinate technical work, contribute to agency and stakeholder engagement, and assist with developing project strategies and approaches

• 3‑6 years of experience in a similar role
• Bachelor's or master's degree in planning, geography, engineering, or related field
• Understanding of transportation and transit planning concepts, practices, and procedures with a strong interest in refining and growing skills further
• AICP preferred
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Strong communication and writing skills. Ability to partner with senior staff to forge client relationships
• Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro and Microsoft Office; experience with other transit planning tools a plus
• Preferred experience includes an understanding of FTA and/or FDOT regulations, policies, and procedures
• Being bilingual in Spanish is a plus

At Benesch, we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, understanding that their well‑being is crucial for both personal and professional success. We offer a range of benefits for eligible employees, including insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support a healthy lifestyle and can be customized to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
• Tuition reimbursement for job‑related courses
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, Linked In Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge‑sharing training sessions
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement

• Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
• Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit‑sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)

• Flexible…