Traffic Engineering and Transportation Group Leader

Traffic Engineering and Transportation Group Leader Flux Resources
• Tustin, CA, United States

Flux Resources is seeking a visionary Traffic Engineering and Transportation Planning Group Leader / Senior Project Manager to join our client in the Southern California Region.

As the Traffic Engineering and Transportation Planning Group Leader / Senior Project Manager, you will play a critical role in managing and expanding the Smart Mobility practice in the California Region. You will be responsible for supervising staff, developing the team, managing short‑ and long‑term workloads, and ensuring technical excellence in project delivery. This is a unique opportunity to shape a growing team and contribute to the advancement of intelligent and sustainable transportation systems.

• Lead and deliver technical work for the California Smart Mobility team.
• Mentor and train junior and mid‑level staff on career development, project management, and technical expertise.
• Foster a functional, efficient, and enjoyable work environment as part of the California leadership team.
• Manage performance, including time off, timecards, expense reports, and training approvals.
• Collaborate with Smart Mobility Group Leaders across diverse business units to fulfill project and business development opportunities.
• Learn client standards and expectations, identify new business opportunities, and provide inputs for scopes, schedules, and budgets.

• Manage transportation engineering and planning projects, including conceptual design and planning of intersection improvements, multimodal facilities, and transportation corridors.
• Ensure project deliverables are on time, on budget, and meet or exceed industry standards.
• Work with the California Market Leader to manage resources and complete project commitments.
• Provide leadership and guidance in traffic design and transportation planning.
• Review engineering documents and deliverables for compliance with contractual and professional standards.
• Adhere to firmwide tools, processes, and policies, including project accounting, contracting, and quality requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Planning, or a related field.
• Professional Engineering (PE) License for engineers or AICP Certification for planners (preferred but not necessary).
• 8‑12 years of professional experience in engineering or planning, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or project management role.
• Proven leadership experience in providing feedback, coaching, and team management.
• Strong ability to generate work, manage transportation projects, lead a team, and perform technical QA.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral).

• Project experience with Cal Trans and other local agencies.
• Master's degree in traffic engineering or transportation planning.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution.
• Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holiday Pay.
• 401k.
• Flexible 9/80 (every other Friday off) work schedule.
• Holistic Wellbeing Program focused on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health.
• Opportunities for growth with support and mentoring to help achieve professional goals.
• Anticipated salary range for this position is $130,000 - $201,000 and is based on applicable experience and location.

This role can sit in any Southern California Region offices including: LA, CA;
Ontario, CA;
Tustin, CA;
Temecula, CA;
Bakersfield, CA; or Apple Valley, CA.