Planning Associate I-II – Project Manager

Trilon Group

. Lead and directly influence active, multimodal, and sustainable transportation projects .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeOakland • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $100,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing multimodal and sustainable transportation projects, with a strong focus on client engagement, project management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in utilizing planning tools and methodologies to enhance transportation networks and achieve business objectives.

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Project ManagementMultimodal Transportation ExperienceClient Relationship ManagementBudget ManagementInterdisciplinary Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Project Management PrinciplesPlanning Process UnderstandingActive Transportation PlanningSafety Plans DevelopmentOn-Street DesignComplete Street ProjectsAnalytic Skills

Soft Skills

LeadershipDecision-MakingInterpersonal CommunicationPresentation SkillsAccountability

Tools & Technologies

MS ExcelMS WordMS PowerPointAdobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignArcGISGoogle Workspace AppsEnterprise Resource Planning Tools

Industry Keywords

Sustainable TransportationNon-Motorized TransportationConsulting EnvironmentPublic Entity ExperienceBusiness Development Activities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and directly influence active, multimodal, and sustainable transportation projects
Work on safety plans, active transportation plans, on-street designs, and complete street projects
Engage residents and attend site visits and charettes
Identify and communicate opportunities to improve walking and biking networks
Collaborate with interdisciplinary transportation planning professionals
Nurture and grow client and industry partner relationships
Pursue and secure work supporting Alta’s growth goals
Educate clients and relevant parties and support solutions meeting their business objectives
Manage large, complex projects in a budget-conscious and time-sensitive manner
Manage staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Planning or a related field of study
7+ years of experience in a consulting environment or public entity
2+ years as a project manager, including managing project teams and conducting business development activities
Experience in active, non-motorized, and multimodal transportation
Demonstrated understanding of the planning process
General understanding of project management principles, methods, and techniques
Ability to guide staff members and manage internal team expectations
Ability to capitalize on opportunities to enhance Alta’s marketplace position
Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple simultaneous projects within budget and schedule constraints
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
Ability and willingness to travel
Excellent professional ethics, leadership, accountability, and decision-making capabilities
Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal communication, and analytic skills
Good presentation skills
Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, ArcGIS or similar products, and Google Workspace Apps
Proficiency in an enterprise-wide resource planning and project management tool

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible, hybrid work schedule with most employees working from home three days per week
Medical PPO or HSA plans
Dental and vision PPO
Life and AD&D insurance with 100% of premiums paid by Alta
401(k) match up to 3%
21 days accrued PTO annually to start
11 company-paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Short-term disability
Wellness reimbursement up to $800 annually
Alta Gets Around benefit up to $900 annually
5-year travel award
Professional development opportunities