Job Description

Senior Transportation Data Analyst

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Thriving communities. Connected cities. At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by delivering innovative solutions that improve how people move and connect. We're seeking a Senior Transportation Data Analyst to join our Atlanta, Georgia team and support transportation projects across the Southeast. In this role, you'll help deliver data-driven insights for street, highway, and multimodal infrastructure projects that enhance mobility and strengthen communities throughout Georgia.

You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams to transform complex transportation data into actionable project insights that support informed decision-making. Your contributions will help advance critical infrastructure programs, strengthen client partnerships with the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and other agencies, and support the continued growth of our transportation data and analytics capabilities across Georgia and the Southeast.

What you'll do

• Collaborate with project engineers and multidisciplinary teams to organize, analyze, and interpret data for urban and rural transportation projects
• Develop data-driven insights that help inform project decisions and address client and community needs
• Partner with digital teams to create accessible data and analytics solutions for clients and stakeholders
• Document analytical approaches, findings, and recommendations to support project delivery and decision-making
• Mentor and support the technical development of junior analysts and designers
• Contribute to transportation data analytics initiatives that support project and practice growth

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Statistics, Geography, or a related degree from an ABET-accredited program (or equivalent)
• 15 or more years of experience delivering data analysis insights for mid- to large-scale transportation projects for GDOT or other state Departments of Transportation
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to coordinate across disciplines and project phases

Ideally, you'll also have

• Working knowledge of GDOT data standards and processes, as well as local municipal criteria in Georgia
• Experience gathering data from multiple sources, including GIS platforms such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, or QGIS
• Established relationships with GDOT staff, local agencies, and transportation stakeholders throughout Georgia

Posted Salary Range: Minimum 123,600.00 Posted Salary Range: Upper 156,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $123,600.00 to $156,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on July 30, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

Locations

Atlanta - Georgia - United States

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