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August 29, 2023

Part-Time Transportation Engineer (Bridgeport, CT)

The Connecticut Metropolitan Council of Governments (MetroCOG) is a multi-discipline, regional planning organization with six member municipalities: the City of Bridgeport and the Towns of Easton, Fairfield, Monroe, Stratford, and Trumbull. MetroCOG is governed by a Board of Directors comprising the Chief Elected Officials from each of its six communities.

MetroCOG works at the nexus of regional planning to identify priority programs, projects, and funding opportunities aimed at strengthening the Greater Bridgeport Region, home to the state’s most populous city as well as key transportation connections to metropolitan areas spanning Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts. MetroCOG is also the host agency for the Greater Bridgeport & Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization (GBVMPO), the policy board federally designated to carry out the metropolitan transportation planning process.

Our Work
MetroCOG serves as a forum to promote coordination and cooperation among municipal partners to identify and implement best practices. The agency’s core disciplines are:

  • Transportation/Infrastructure,
  • Land Use,
  • Environmental and Natural Hazard Mitigation Planning,
  • Brownfields Assessment and Remediation,
  • Economic Development,
  • Regional Shared Services, and
  • Geographic Information Systems & Mapping Services.

Position Details
MetroCOG seeks a qualified Part-Time Transportation Engineer. Under the supervision of the Executive Director the Transportation Engineer will:

  • Manage design and engineering planning for municipal and regional projects, with a primary focus on transportation in addition to other agency disciplines, such as land use and environmental planning, etc.
  • Apply knowledge of transportation engineering concepts to assist in the transportation planning process.
  • Work with a team of professionals to support member municipalities in the review of engineering plans, provide feedback, and offer technical assistance if necessary.
  • Assist with day-to-day planning and engineering activities (e.g. project scoping, cost estimation/budgeting, RFP development, etc.); including advisement on transportation procedures and best practices
  • Conduct field observations and site visits

The ideal candidate for this position has a working knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures in transportation engineering and a passion for enhancing communities’ quality-of-life. The candidate will demonstrate an ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders at critical stages in the planning and design process, including local staff, consulting firms, state agencies, and at times the public.

Job Qualifications  
To be considered for the position of Transportation Engineer, candidates must have:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field of study (Civil/Transportation Engineering, or a closely related field),
  • Relevant work experience that includes a knowledge of transportation engineering, preferably in the public sector
  • Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail oriented,
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills,
  • Ability to think critically and strategically in solving problems, 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and Synchro is desired, but not required.

Compensation and Benefits
This is a part-time hybrid position. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Hours are negotiable.

To Apply:
E-mail a cover letter and resume to: 

Matthew Fulda, Executive Director
Connecticut Metropolitan Council of Governments
1000 Lafayette Boulevard, Suite 925
Bridgeport, CT 06604
Email: info@ctmetro.org

Position will remain open until filled.

Click here to view the position. 

August 14, 2023

Transportation Engineer/Planner (Bridgeport, CT)

The Connecticut Metropolitan Council of Governments (MetroCOG) is a multi-discipline, regional planning organization with six member municipalities: the City of Bridgeport and the Towns of Easton, Fairfield, Monroe, Stratford, and Trumbull. MetroCOG is governed by a Board of Directors comprising the Chief Elected Officials from each of its six communities.

MetroCOG works at the nexus of regional planning to identify priority programs, projects, and funding opportunities aimed at strengthening the Greater Bridgeport Region, home to the state’s most populous city as well as key transportation connections to metropolitan areas spanning Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts. MetroCOG is also the host agency for the Greater Bridgeport & Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization (GBVMPO), the policy board federally designated to carry out the metropolitan transportation planning process.

Our Work
MetroCOG serves as a forum to promote coordination and cooperation among municipal partners to identify and implement best practices. The agency’s core disciplines are:

  • Transportation/Infrastructure,
  • Land Use,
  • Environmental and Natural Hazard Mitigation Planning,
  • Brownfields Assessment and Remediation,
  • Economic Development,
  • Regional Shared Services, and
  • Geographic Information Systems & Mapping Services.

Position Details
MetroCOG seeks qualified candidates for the position of Transportation Engineer/Planner. Under the supervision of the Executive Director the Transportation Engineer/Planner will:

  • Manage design and engineering planning for municipal and regional projects, with a primary focus on transportation in addition to other agency disciplines, such as land use and environmental planning, etc.
  • Apply knowledge of transportation engineering concepts to assist in the transportation planning process.
  • Work with a team of professionals to support member municipalities in the review of engineering plans, provide feedback, and offer technical assistance if necessary.
  • Assist with day-to-day planning and engineering activities (e.g. project scoping, cost estimation/budgeting, RFP development, etc.); including advisement on transportation procedures and best practices
  • Conduct field observations and site visits

The ideal candidate for this position has a working knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures in transportation engineering and a passion for enhancing communities’ quality-of-life. The candidate will demonstrate an ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders at critical stages in the planning and design process, including local staff, consulting firms, state agencies, and at times the public.

Job Qualifications  
To be considered for the position of Transportation Engineer/Planner, candidates must have:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field of study (Urban Planning, Civil/Transportation Engineering, or a closely related field),
  • Minimum of 3-years of relevant work experience that includes a working knowledge of transportation planning and engineering,
  • Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail oriented,
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills,
  • Ability to think critically and strategically in solving problems, 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and Synchro is desired, but not required.

    Compensation and Benefits
    This is a full time, 35-hour per week hybrid position. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include employer-paid health, vision, and dental insurance and the option to participate in the agency’s retirement plan matching program. MetroCOG is an equal opportunity employer.

    To Apply:
    E-mail a cover letter and resume to:

    Matthew Fulda, Executive Director
    Connecticut Metropolitan Council of Governments
    1000 Lafayette Boulevard, Suite 925
    Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604
    Email: info@ctmetro.org

    Position will remain open until filled.

    Click here to view the position. 

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    MetroCOG is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal or state law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.