Principal Designer Jobs in Florida

INTRODUCTION

Shape the Future of Connected Transportation as a Principal ITS Designer

Are you ready to influence how cities move through smarter, more connected infrastructure? Do you excel at leading advanced design initiatives that integrate technology, mobility, and innovation to improve transportation performance?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Principal ITS Designer to join our Traffic & ITS Team in Miami, FL. This is your opportunity to lead complex ITS design efforts that power safer corridors and more efficient networks—while collaborating across disciplines and mentoring the next generation of designers to bring transformative transportation solutions to life.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Lead the research, preparation, and production of ITS and traffic design drawings using tools such as REVIT, MicroStation, AutoCAD, OpenRoads, and related transportation design software, supporting advanced electronic plan development and digital delivery workflows
* Collaborate with traffic engineers, planners, and multidisciplinary design teams to deliver integrated ITS solutions across various projects that meet project, client, and agency requirements
* Serve as a technical authority for ITS and signalization design, guiding the development of lighting geometry, profiles, cross-sections, typical sections, signing and pavement marking plans, and construction documentation
* Provide technical oversight and mentorship to junior designers on project drawing production, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to standards across all deliverables
* Examine complex contract documents and drawings for errors, revising as needed to align with contract specifications and maintain accuracy, compliance, and high QA/QC standards
* Support project delivery through constructability reviews, quantity development, technical reporting, cost estimating, and production scheduling for ITS and traffic initiatives
* Conduct project review meetings and prepare project “As-Builts” documentation
* Advance production standards and contribute to continuous improvement efforts aligned with evolving DOT and municipal design requirements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

* Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Engineering Science, or related technical field required
* Minimum of 12 years of experience in transportation or ITS-related design and document production required
* Proficiency in discipline-based software (REVIT, MicroStation, AutoCAD, OpenRoads, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite
* Expert working knowledge of engineering discipline with strong expertise in design drawing layout
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative work ethic and strong problem-solving capabilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Be part of transformative transportation projects that redefine mobility through intelligent systems and real-time connectivity
* Collaborate with driven professionals in a fast-paced, innovation-focused environment where your ideas influence real-world outcomes
* Grow within a culture that invests in your success through mentorship, career progression, and ongoing learning opportunities

SALARY RANGE

$55.00 - $75.00

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible. We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.