Intermediate Transportation Planning Engineer

Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to. Welcome to people who like people, to brilliant minds, tomorrow’s visionaries, challenge seekers, collaborators, and those with an entrepreneurial spirit in their DNA. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. At CIMA+, we care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team. You could even become a shareholder in the company. At CIMA+, we give you the freedom and flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to. Welcome to CIMA+ CIMA+’s Transportation team have created a reputation for excellence within the transportation sector by successfully delivering thousands of projects over the past 30 years. Our talented engineers can lead any type of project, regardless of its complexity and scale. The team draws on a reservoir of diverse experience that includes planning, design, inspection, construction management, and infrastructure reconstruction in both rural and urban environments. We take a wholistic approach to transportation projects that minimizes the environmental footprint, promotes sustainable growth, and supports resilient communities. Our innovative solutions integrate all modes of transportation, so motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists co-exist safely and travel efficiently. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world! CIMA+ is seeking an experienced Intermediate Transportation Planning Engineer to join our multidisciplinary mobility team in Calgary. You will lead and contribute to projects that shape how communities move throughout Calgary, Alberta, and Western Canada. Working alongside transportation planners, traffic engineers, designers, and data specialists, you will help deliver innovative, sustainable, and practical mobility solutions for both public and private sector clients. We value individuals who combine their existing expertise with a willingness to develop new skills and contribute to innovative solutions that keep pace with industry trends. Success in this role will be measured by your ability to deliver technically excellent work, build trusted client relationships, mentor emerging professionals, and contribute to the continued growth of our transportation practice. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery Lead and support transportation planning studies including transportation master plans, functional planning studies, transportation impact assessments, geometric assessments, parking studies, safety reviews, and operational analyses. Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and technical delivery. Technical Leadership Analyze multimodal transportation data, travel demand, land use, and development scenarios. Develop practical transportation solutions supported by engineering analysis. Prepare and review technical reports, memoranda, exhibits, and presentations. Client & Business Development Build strong relationships with municipal and private-sector clients. Support proposal preparation, interviews, and business development initiatives. Leadership Mentor junior staff through technical guidance, project delivery, and client development. Ideal candidates should demonstrate a combination of the core qualifications outlined for this role and be eager to learn, adapt, and develop new skills as industry trends evolve. Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Alberta or be able to apply for this status. Minimum 7 years of experience in transportation engineering, with a strong portfolio of project delivery and client engagement. Proven experience working with the City of Calgary and other Alberta public agencies responsible for transportation, transit, and municipal infrastructure In-depth knowledge of Canadian and Alberta transportation standards, including TAC guidelines, provincial manuals, and municipal engineering requirements. Strong attention to detail and excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience with Synchro, SimTraffic, and HCS is required. Experience with traffic simulation, planning, GIS, and design software (e.g., Vissim, Aimsun, Visum, SIDRA, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, MicroStation) is considered an asset. Familiarity with modern safety concepts and performance evaluation methods, including Vision Zero, the Safe Systems Approach, the Highway Safety Manual (HSM) predictive method, and surrogate safety analysis tools. Strong organizational skills to balance the delivery of multiple projects with ambitious timelines while also performing as a key resource for various needs and issues that may arise Ability to work independently and within a fast-paced multidisciplinary team environment. Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships, lead projects, and contribute to business development initiatives. Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success. Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you: Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week Employee and Family Assistance Program Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all eligible employees Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode Work/Life balance policy across Canada 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience Tailored training to improve your existing skills At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile. CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review. Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).​ In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​ We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible. Accommodations are available in accordance with CIMA's policies. If you require an accommodation, please let us know. Find out about The CIMA+ advantage - CIMA+ .