Senior Travel Demand Modeler, West Coast

Cambridge Systematics, Inc. is shaping the future of transportation. We are industry leaders, transportation specialists dedicated to ensuring that transportation investments can deliver the best possible results. By providing innovative policy and planning solutions, objective analyses, and technology applications, we help our clients anticipate and meet future transportation needs while improving the performance of existing infrastructure and operations. Above all, we are committed to our clients’ success in making transportation better for future generations. 

Would you like to join the largest team of transportation modelers and analysts that have been involved in developing some of the most complex travel demand models? A team that has provided analytical support to some of the country's largest transportation projects? A group of passionate analytical minded professionals who are committed to providing our clients with thought leadership on industry best practices in transportation modeling and analytics? A fun group of individuals who take the time to mentor and continue to learn from the best in the industry?

We are looking for a senior-level candidate who is passionate about working with travel demand models and transportation data, a problem solver, and someone who is excited about contributing to shaping the future of transportation. The Senior Travel Demand Modeler will provide support to market research, model development and application (four-step and activity-based models), quantitative analysis, statistical analysis, geographic information system (GIS) projects, and network development.  In addition, the Senior Modeler is responsible for network and model component coding, data input preparation and data analysis, QA/QC on travel forecasts, and scripting.  The Senior Modeler will interact with clients and contribute to business development and project management activities.   They will take responsibility for products delivered to clients and take pride in deliverables that reflect well on the clients and on Cambridge Systematics.  The Senior Modeler will take on managing projects and/or tasks with support from senior staff. 
We are looking for a Senior Travel Demand Modeler who:

• Can find solutions to challenging problems
• Ability to build and maintain strong clients relationships
• Is an independent thinker while knowing when to ask for help
• Produces exceptional quality work in a timely manner
• Consistently and effectively manages time and workload
• Possesses the technical skills necessary to deliver project assignments effectively and efficiently
• Takes full ownership of assignments
• Demonstrates good judgment in determining when to work independently and when to seek assistance
• Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills
• Actively listens and seeks to understand task needs

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Thorough understanding of the travel demand modeling process: four-step and/or activity-based models
• Significant hands-on model implementation experience in one or more of the following software platforms:  TransCAD, Visum, Cube, Emme
• Project experience with modeling software such as TransCAD, Cube, Emme, and/or Visum
• Scripting or programming experience using one or more of the following: Python, R, GISDK, Cube Voyager, C, C++, C#, and/or Java
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Data processing & manipulation skills
• Familiarity with GIS software and concepts

Cambridge Systematics is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a culture in which every voice is valued, where employees have a sense of belonging and connection with one another and to the organization, and they feel empowered to do their best work. We are committed to increasing diversity at all levels within the firm and we encourage people of all backgrounds to apply to our open positions.   

If you think you have what it takes but aren’t sure you meet all the requirements of this job, we invite you to connect with us. We value all perspectives and life experiences and want to hear about yours.   

EOE AA M/F/VET/DISABILITY

Salary: $140k-$160k