ARIJ HUMEIDA
Kansas City
Summary
Accomplished Civil and Traffic Engineer with over 10 years in municipal infrastructure and transportation engineering. Expertise in managing capital improvement projects, analyzing traffic operations, and reviewing complex development plans. Skilled in coordinating with developers, consultants, and public agencies, with a solid foundation in municipal codes, traffic safety analysis, and stormwater management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Traffic Engineer
City of Shawnee
Shawnee
05.2024 - Current
- Oversaw traffic engineering operations and transportation infrastructure initiatives, ensuring alignment with city goals.
- Reviewed traffic issues for new development projects, ensuring compliance with city standards and enhancing community safety.
- Acted as primary contact for residents and stakeholders on traffic safety concerns, facilitating communication and resolution.
- Present transportation issues and recommendations to City Council and Planning Commission.
Capital Improvement Project Engineer
City of Shawnee
Shawnee
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Planned, designed, and managed municipal infrastructure projects including streets, stormwater systems, and traffic improvements.
- Coordinated contractors, consultants, developers, and public utilities to facilitate successful project delivery, enhancing collaboration.
- Reviewed engineering plans to ensure compliance with city ordinances and infrastructure standards, contributing to project integrity.
Civil Engineer – Stormwater
City of Overland Park
Overland Park
03.2020 - 04.2024
- Evaluated stormwater management plans, floodplain analyses, and drainage studies to enhance environmental protection and regulatory compliance.
- Analyzed engineering studies, including stormwater, flood, and traffic impact reports, to inform decision-making and project planning.
- Reviewed development plans to ensure adherence to municipal engineering standards, contributing to project feasibility.
- Conducted site inspections and coordinated with inspection staff during construction.
Civil Engineer – Planning & Development Services
City of Overland Park
Overland Park
06.2017 - 03.2020
- Reviewed subdivision and commercial development construction plans ensuring compliance with Overland Park Municipal Codes, facilitating project approvals.
- Evaluated street design, storm sewer systems, grading, erosion control, and traffic control plans to enhance safety and functionality.
- Reviewed stormwater management studies, floodplain documentation, and traffic impact studies to support informed decision-making on development projects.
- Conducted construction inspections and prepared written plan review comments.
Traffic Engineer
Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT)
09.2015 - 06.2017
- Designed roadway improvements, enhancing traffic flow and safety through effective control, signage, lighting, and geometric adjustments.
- Prepared engineering plans, reports, and cost estimates, ensuring project feasibility and alignment with transportation standards.
- Designed traffic signal systems to enhance road safety and efficiency.
- Conducted traffic studies to analyze patterns and inform engineering decisions.
- Collaborated with city planners on roadway design and infrastructure improvements.
Highway Designer
Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT)
06.2014 - 09.2015
- Developed highway design plans for roadway alignment, grading, drainage, and staging to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Prepared detailed plan and profile sheets using engineering design software to facilitate construction and guide project execution.
- Designed transportation graphics for public outreach and community engagement.
- Collaborated with engineers to create visual representations of infrastructure projects.
- Developed signage and wayfinding solutions for highways and transit systems.
Student Research Assistant
University of Kansas
Lawrence
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Conducted transportation engineering research and analyzed traffic data to support project objectives.
- Conducted literature reviews to support faculty research projects.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for various studies.
- Coordinated scheduling of research activities and participant interviews.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KansasSkills
- Traffic Engineering
- Transportation Planning
- Traffic Impact Studies
- Development Plan Review
- Infrastructure Project Management
- GIS & Engineering Software
- AutoCAD
- ArcGIS
- Bluebeam
- Energov
- HEC‑RAS
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Traffic Engineer
City of Shawnee
05.2024 - Current
Capital Improvement Project Engineer
City of Shawnee
04.2024 - 05.2024
Civil Engineer – Stormwater
City of Overland Park
03.2020 - 04.2024
Civil Engineer – Planning & Development Services
City of Overland Park
06.2017 - 03.2020
Traffic Engineer
Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT)
09.2015 - 06.2017
Highway Designer
Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT)
06.2014 - 09.2015
Student Research Assistant
University of Kansas
01.2014 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Kansas