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What is an active transportation?

An Active Transportation job focuses on planning, developing, and promoting walking, biking, and other non-motorized transportation options. Professionals in this field work to improve infrastructure, safety, and accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists. They may collaborate with government agencies, urban planners, and community organizations to encourage sustainable and healthy transportation choices. Responsibilities often include policy development, project management, public outreach, and data analysis to enhance mobility and reduce reliance on cars.

What does an active transportation do?

Professionals in Active Transportation often spend their days analyzing transportation data, developing project proposals, coordinating with local government agencies, and engaging with community stakeholders to plan or improve bike, pedestrian, and public transit networks. They may also conduct site visits, lead educational outreach, and work with urban planners or engineers to ensure projects meet safety and accessibility standards. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and public presentations are common, making this role both dynamic and community-focused. The work is a mix of office-based planning and hands-on fieldwork, providing a diverse and engaging daily experience for those passionate about sustainable mobility.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in active transportation, and why are they important?

To thrive in an Active Transportation role, strong knowledge of urban planning, sustainable mobility systems, and transportation policy is essential, usually backed by a relevant degree or professional experience. Familiarity with GIS mapping tools, data analysis software, and traffic modeling platforms is commonly required. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving abilities set candidates apart in this field. These competencies are vital for developing, promoting, and implementing safe, accessible, and effective transportation solutions in communities.

What are examples of active transportation?

Active transportation includes modes of travel that involve physical activity, such as walking, cycling, skateboarding, rollerblading, and running. These methods are often used for commuting, recreation, or errands and can be promoted through infrastructure like bike lanes and pedestrian paths. As an active transportation professional, understanding these modes helps in planning and advocating for healthier, sustainable travel options.

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Infographic showing various Active Transportation job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 31% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Department Lead, Active Transportation

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Michael Baker International, Inc.
Real Estate • 5 - 10K employees

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Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

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Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description


TRANSPORTATION PRACTICE
Consistently ranked by Engineering News-Record as a Top 20 transportation firm, Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals versed in all aspects of transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection. In addition, Michael Baker International is a recognized leader in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.
What We're Looking For:
This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role with a well-established, highly respected team delivering impactful active transportation and multimodal projects across the Los Angeles region. Our LA office has built strong client relationships and a robust project portfolio-now we're looking for a dynamic leader to help drive the next phase of growth.
As Department Lead, Active Transportation, you will provide strategic and technical leadership for our growing multimodal practice, focused on active transportation, complete streets, and context-sensitive mobility solutions. You'll lead and expand a high-performing team, delivering projects that enhance mobility, safety, and accessibility for all users.
In this role, you will drive business development, win work with local agencies and regional partners, and strengthen long-standing client relationships throughout Southern California.
The ideal candidate brings expertise in urban mobility, active transportation design, and multimodal planning, along with strong leadership and a collaborative mindset to elevate an already successful team
What You'll Do:
Leadership & Team Development
  • Lead, mentor, and grow a multidisciplinary team focused on active transportation and multimodal project delivery
  • Build on an already strong team culture-fostering collaboration, inclusion, and high performance
  • Support recruitment, staff development, and succession planning to sustain long-term growth

Business Development & Client Engagement
  • Expand our active transportation portfolio by identifying and pursuing strategic opportunities
  • Successfully pursue and win work with municipalities, counties, MPOs, and transit agencies throughout Los Angeles County and Southern California
  • Strengthen and deepen relationships with existing clients while cultivating new partnerships
  • Position the firm as a trusted leader in safe, equitable, and sustainable mobility solutions
  • Lead proposal strategies, interviews, and key pursuits

Project Delivery & Technical Excellence
  • Serve as Project Manager, Technical Lead, or Principal-in-Charge on high-visibility active transportation and multimodal projects
  • Oversee delivery to ensure projects meet schedule, budget, and quality expectations
  • Provide technical leadership in areas such as:
    • Complete streets design and implementation
    • Active Transportation Plans (ATP), bicycle and pedestrian plans
    • Safe Routes to School programs
    • Corridor studies and road diets
    • Transit integration and first/last mile solutions
  • Champion innovative, data-driven, and context-sensitive design approaches that respond to community needs

Operational Management
  • Guide department operations, including resource planning, utilization, and financial performance
  • Monitor project pipelines and proactively align staffing with growth
  • Partner with office and regional leadership to shape and execute strategic growth initiatives

Collaboration & Integration
  • Work closely with traffic, planning, environmental, structures, and other disciplines to deliver integrated multimodal solutions
  • Promote cross-office collaboration and knowledge sharing
  • Contribute to firmwide initiatives advancing sustainability, innovation, and mobility

What You Need to Succeed:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in transportation engineering, with a focus on active transportation and multimodal projects
  • California Professional Engineer (PE) license
  • Demonstrated success in business development, including winning work and managing client relationships
  • Strong understanding of local, regional, and state transportation policies and funding programs (e.g., ATP, CMAQ, SB1)
  • Experience working with public agencies in Los Angeles County

Preferred Skills & Experience
  • Expertise in complete streets design, Vision Zero strategies, and multimodal corridor planning
  • Familiarity with LA Metro and Caltrans guidelines as they relate to active transportation (beyond highway-centric delivery)
  • Experience with community engagement, equity-focused planning, and stakeholder coordination
  • Strong leadership presence, communication skills, and sound decision-making ability
  • A genuine passion for creating safer, more accessible, and more sustainable transportation systems

If you're ready to join a proven team, expand its impact, and help shape the future of mobility in Los Angeles, we'd love to connect.
Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is up to $280,000 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Why Choose Us:
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
  • Professional and personal development
  • Generous paid time off
  • Commuter and wellness benefits

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