About this role
Role Overview
- Support railroad and rail-transit planning studies, including corridor, station-area, yard/terminal, grade crossing, and service planning efforts
- Assist with alternatives analysis, purpose & need development, planning-level feasibility, and implementation strategies
- Compile, analyze, and summarize data (ridership/freight context, safety, operations, land use, demographic and economic indicators)
- Support project coordination with internal engineering teams and external stakeholders (railroads, agencies, municipalities)
- Contribute to grant applications and funding strategies (e.g., FRA/CRISI, RCE, INFRA, USDOT discretionary programs; state programs as applicable)
- Draft or support development of key grant components: problem statement/need, project description, outcomes/benefits, readiness, budget, schedule, and partnerships
- Help assemble application exhibits and attachments: maps, letters of support templates, benefit narratives, risk/write-ups, and readiness documentation
- Support land use and community context analysis for rail/transportation investments (station areas, grade crossing corridors, industrial access, freight routes)
- Assist in preparing meeting materials and notes for stakeholder meetings, public engagement, agency workshops, and railroad coordination
- Prepare clear, organized written materials: memos, technical summaries, narratives, slide decks, and meeting notes
- Assist in developing graphics and exhibits (figures, tables, maps, simple diagrams) to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Urban/Regional Planning, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Public Policy, Geography/GIS, or similar
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in transportation planning, rail/transit planning, infrastructure planning, grants, or related consulting/public agency work
- Strong writing skills with experience producing professional planning documents and/or grant narratives
- Familiarity with transportation data sources, planning methods, and basic project development concepts
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); ability to organize information, track actions, and support multiple tasks
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
- 401(k) with company match (if applicable)
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and professional development support
- Flexible/hybrid work options based on project needs and performance