Traffic Engineering Section Lead

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Senior Traffic Engineering Section Lead to lead and grow their traffic engineering practice across South Carolina. This is a hybrid full-time (direct hire) role with an office in Columbus, SC. This is a leadership role ideal for a seasoned professional with deep technical expertise, strong business development skills, and a passion for mentoring others and expanding market presence. As the Senior Traffic Engineer, youll be responsible for overseeing traffic-related projects and services, developing new business opportunities, managing staff, and maintaining high-quality technical standards. This role includes project design, traffic studies, signal and signage plans, and collaboration with local and state agenciesespecially SCDOT.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic growth efforts and expand market presence across South Carolina
• Manage departmental budgets and allocate resources effectively
• Oversee and contribute to proposal development and client engagement
• Serve as a technical advisor on traffic engineering projects
• Supervise, mentor, and review performance of staff
• Lead and manage traffic engineering projects, including:
• Traffic signal design
• Signing and pavement marking plans
• Traffic studies and crash analysis
• Maintenance of traffic (MOT) plans
• Roadway lighting and planning studies

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering (from ABET-accredited program)
• South Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Minimum 10 years of experience in traffic engineering (design, planning, analysis)
• Familiarity with SCDOT policies and procedures
• Experience with traffic analysis and simulation modeling software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and traffic engineering tools
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects in a collaborative environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification
• Established relationships with local South Carolina clients (including SCDOT)
• Prior staff hiring and performance management experience