LICENSED TRAFFIC ENGINEER FOR THE PLANNING BOARD AND ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT

2026-11-03

TRAFFIC ENGINEERING CONSULTANT RESPONSIBILITIES : • review subdivision and site plans and other related projects , including preparation of written reports that set forth compliance with municipal ordinances , checklists , and accepted planning and engineering design practice . • conduct a site visit to verify existing conditions as well as gain an understanding of the site ’ s traffic operations , posted speeds , travel speeds , geometry , pedestrian and vehicle movements , curb cuts , sightlines , land uses , and any other pertinent data . • identify when traffic impact studies are needed , and review applicants submitted traffic impact study and plans . the review shall include full conformance to the traffic impact analysis guidelines . Review historical data , past studies , accident reports , and crash rates , and any other pertinent information . review trip generation rates and distribution assumptions . the latest edition of the institute of transportation engineer ’ s manual shall be a key reference in determining these rates . Review seasonal adjustments , historic traffic growth rates , traffic generated from other existing and proposed projects in the affected area . Review capacity analysis and queuing analysis . Review future traffic impacts , with and without , the proposed development . Review of the level of service ( LOSS ) analysis for build and non - build conditions . Other proposed projects in affected areas may be part of this review . Review site development plans for proposed access and egress to public roadways . public safety access / egress , emergency access , and ability to safely and effectively navigate the site shall be reviewed and this shall include an auto turn analysis of the entire site using the City of Trenton ’ s Fire Department ’ s preferred design vehicle . Review traffic counts , spot speed studies , signs and pavement markings , and accident data analysis . Review sight distance measurements for conformance with state and federal standards . Thoroughly assess the need for traffic mitigation . this shall include the review of proposed mitigation as well as making recommendations for additional mitigations if necessary . Review of traffic signal warrant analysis and provide recommendations as to the need for a signal based on the data . Participate in staff meetings as necessary to review comments on active or pending projects

New Jersey

2026-04-29