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RSG Consultant - Travel Demand Modeling in United States
Consultant - Travel Demand Modeling
Department: Travel Model Development
Location:
RSG seeks a talented and versatile travel modeler to develop travel forecasting models and data products.
You help develop forecasting tools and data products to support US transportation agencies as they navigate the rapidly evolving world of smart mobility. You work with a variety of datasets, including smartphone travel surveys, massive passively collected location data, commercial marketing data, public demographic data, and geospatial data, doing data work that entails processing, cleaning and validation, reconciliation and expansion, classical statistical analysis and model estimation, and the application of contemporary machine learning algorithms. You use GIS, travel modeling, and general programming software. You implement, debug, calibrate, and apply both traditional trip-based and advanced activity-based travel models and incorporate next-generation data-driven modeling techniques.
You are a self-motivated team player who has both practical skills and a solid theoretical foundation in travel forecasting, network modeling, statistics, and data analysis. You work well with clients and possess good interpersonal skills to represent the company, including by being amiable; being able to communicate complex, technical materials in concise and meaningful ways; participating in meetings; and providing training. You are a resourceful, clear and creative thinker, dedicated to high-quality work. You have the desire to develop -best in class- data products and forecasting tools; the ability to manage a project on time, on budget, and to client satisfaction; and good technical judgment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages all stages of the project cycle including design, data management,
analysis, and delivery
Maintains and reinforces client relationships through high-quality delivery
Develop and deliver project plans, on time, on budget, and with a high level of
customer satisfaction
Develops contingency plans to mitigate risk and ensure project deliverables and
deadlines are met.
Establishes and maintains a consistent and effective communication mechanism
to project teams and clients
participates in the development and implementation of innovative
transportation analytics, including, market research surveys, models, and
software engineering
Actively engages in training and development of junior staff members.
May be responsible for directly supervising staff
Participates in industry events, e.g., presentations, publication
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master-s degree or equivalent experience in a technical field, such as data science, engineering, computer science, or mathematics.
6+ years of experience and demonstrated skill in traveling forecasting, data science, or similar field using advanced analytic methods and tools
Experience developing travel forecasts and building and validating travel demand models in one or more transportation modeling package (TransCAD, Cube, EMME, and/or VISUM)
Solid understanding of and proficiency with Python, R or SQL
Ability to manage multiple competing projects, priorities, and deadlines
Ability to manage resources and timelines to bring projects in on-time and on-budget.
Proficient in statistical analysis, data management, and presentation
Ability to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of formats (e.g. email, technical documentation, instructions)
Effective in a variety of communication settings: one-to-one and in groups; with peers, supervisors, staff and clients; in-person and long distance.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Solid understanding of and proficiency with GIS (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS, etc.)
Facility with multiple statistical analysis/database software/packages (e.g., SQL, SPSS, scikit-learn, R, SAS)
Demonstrated ability to manage projects successfully
Demonstrated ability to develop business opportunities
Periodic travel is required. EEO/AA Employer/Vets/Disabled.