Associate Transportation Planner

The Goodman Corporation

Houston, TX United States

The Goodman Corporation (TGC) has an Associate Transportation Planner position available within our team! A candidate should have at least 2-5 years of experience in planning with strong technical and analytical skills.  

To learn more about our firm, visit the TGC website at: www.thegoodmancorp.com. 

Responsibilities:  

This individual will be responsible for providing assistance and supporting planning projects and grant applications under the supervision of various Principals. Duties will include but are not limited to: 

  • Collects, cleans, analyzes, and interprets data from diverse sources (county appraisal districts, Comptroller, Census/ACS, TxDOT, H-GAC, CoStar, and client-provided datasets), and evaluates data quality and limitations to support project objectives. 

  • Builds and maintains Excel models for various analyses including: value projections, revenue forecasts, benefit-cost analyses, and grant budgets; documents assumptions and keeps workbooks auditable. 

  • Prepares tables, charts, and graphics that communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences. 

  • Conducts spatial analyses in GIS and produces high-quality maps for reports, applications and other documents. 

  • Supports community engagement through attending public meetings 

  • Writes grant applications and sections of reports. 

  • Performs quality control on data, calculations, and deliverables prior to Principal review. 

 

Experience and Education:  

  • Strong technical and analytical skills required, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ArcGIS platforms  

  • Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, geography, public administration, or other related field. Graduate degree preferred.  

  • Holds AICP candidate certification or is actively pursuing AICP credential   

Terms and Benefits: 

  • Base salary range $60,000 - $85,000 dependent on qualifications 

  • Standard and expected 40-hour work week. Occasional evening/weekend hours reimbursed as “comp” time, if required.  

  • Hybrid schedule: ability to work from home up to 3 days per week.  

  • 4 weeks paid vacation time per year. Sick time as needed.  

  • 401k with 3% automatic employer contribution with up to an additional 7% discretionary annual employer contribution 

  • Profits shared amongst ownership/employees and distributed throughout the year. 

  • This position will involve less than 10% travel by car or airplane.  

  • Medical benefits available 

  • Dental/vision reimbursement available. 

Experience Level
Mid I (1-4 years)
AICP Level
Desirable
Specialty
Transportation Planning
Salary Range
$60,000 - $85,000

Contact Information

Robert McHaney
Address
3200 Travis Street
Suite 200
TX
United States
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