Senior Noise Analyst
We create great places and the connections that get people and goods moving—whether by car, bus, train, plane, or their own two feet. Working within the context of the communities we serve, we provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.
Your Opportunity
We're looking for a Senior Noise Analyst to manage our mid-Atlantic Traffic Noise team (location to be determined) and our current clients. The position will be responsible for providing expertise in traffic noise, abatement, and client management. Reviews and approves all preliminary and final traffic noise analysis performed for highway projects. Evaluates and designs feasible and reasonable noise abatement in compliance with 23 CFR 772. Familiarity with the noise policies and guidance documents within the mid-Atlantic region is a plus. Having Air Quality experience is a plus.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Project and contract management to deliver task orders assigned as well assist in the maintenance and growth of our clients.
- Provide technical oversight of our noise staff ranging from new hires to senior analysts.
- Develop DOT compliant noise models using the latest version of TNM by performing highly specialized, complex highway acoustical analysis related to traffic noise modeling, reporting, and design of noise abatement measures.
- Develop internal and external staff by being actively involved with TRB and other related organizations.
- Client interactions/meeting attendance at project meetings and public hearings
- Working knowledge of NEPA requirements and principles
The preferred candidate should have experience in planning, managing, and coordinating projects, schedules, and deliverables. Ability to multi-task, prioritize work assignments, and efficiently manage multiple projects and teams while maintaining project schedules. Experience supervising, evaluating, and reviewing work done by all levels of staff. Thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of transportation planning and project development, especially related to highway projects.
Leadership skills to build and maintain great working relationships with staff, colleagues, and others in the private and public sectors. Ability to analyze technical data to draw conclusions, make recommendations and decisions, and clearly communicate recommendations/decisions to colleagues and the public. Problem solver, conflict resolver, and critical thinker tackling complex issues.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Must be proficient in MicroStation, OpenRoads, Geopak, and/or GIS
- Proficiency in the latest version of the Traffic Noise Model (TNM 2.5 or 3.X).
- Have a good attention to detail
- Proficient with Type I and type II noise meters
- Familiarity with highway design principles and traffic planning
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and within teams to prioritize and balance sometimes heavy workloads to achieve goals while keeping up with a highly mobile and changing environment
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Exceptional organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Must be able to travel as needed for project assignments
- Willingness to work outdoors on occasion
- Must have a good driving record and valid driver’s license
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in planning, engineering or environmental discipline preferred.
- TNM 2.5 Training Certificate from a recognized organization such as NHI
Salary will be based on skills and qualifications. Excellent benefits are included.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may change at any time with or without notice.
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