Transportation Planner

TITLE: Transportation Planner         

LOCATION: West Michigan

SUMMARY: Management Business Solutions (MBS) is seeking an experienced Transportation Planner for a contract position supporting strategic planning, research, and analysis related to transportation, parking services, urban development, commercial districts, and community infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have experience in urban or transportation planning, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to develop practical recommendations that support transportation planning initiatives, parking services, and community development objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct research and analysis related to transportation planning, parking services, urban planning, commercial corridors, and infrastructure.
• Evaluate existing transportation and parking conditions, identify trends, and recommend improvements to planning initiatives.
• Analyze land use, transportation accessibility, mobility, parking availability, and community development considerations.
• Collect, interpret, and present quantitative and qualitative data to support transportation planning, parking-related assessments, and strategic decisions.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, maps, and planning recommendations related to transportation systems, parking services, and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to support transportation and parking-related initiatives.
• Coordinate project activities, timelines, and deliverables.
• Support the development and implementation of transportation planning strategies, parking initiatives, and related community infrastructure improvements.
• Travel to different project locations within West Michigan as needed. Related driving or travel expenses may be invoiced as part of the position, subject to applicable client requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Geography, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in urban planning, transportation planning, community development, or a related field.
• Experience conducting planning studies, research, and data analysis.
• Strong project coordination, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; GIS experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders.
• Public-sector planning experience preferred.
• AICP certification or an advanced degree is a plus.

MANAGEMENT BUSINESS SOLUTIONS IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER