ITS/Smart Mobility Project Manager

Job Overview: We are seeking an ITS/Smart Mobility Project Manager to join our team. This role involves applying expert knowledge to complex projects and task orders, serving as a project manager, task lead, or playing a major role in ITS design and systems engineering efforts. You'll oversee projects from inception to completion, mentor and train junior staff, and manage a range of projects-from $30,000 task orders to those with engineering fees exceeding $1 million. You'll be responsible for delivering all project objectives, including scope, schedule, and budget.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Lead preparation of feasibility studies and systems engineering documents, including Concepts of Operation, Requirements, Specifications, Systems Engineering Management Plans, Test Plans, and related materials.
• Oversee the development of preliminary (30%) and detailed design documents (plans, specifications, estimates) for deploying traffic control equipment, communication devices/media (fiber optics, wireless), CCTVs, DMS, decision support systems, and ITS asset management plans.
• Support ITS, Connected and Automated Vehicle (CAV), and TSMO (Transportation Systems Management and Operations) projects, focusing on institutional issue assessments, benefit-cost analyses, and planning studies.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, Client, and accounts receivable; prepare and submit invoices.
• Develop comprehensive project management plans.
• Establish project pricing, budgets, and schedules.
• Ensure quality control through the development of project-specific quality plans.
• Manage subconsultants, technical teams, and internal staff resources.
• Coordinate and assist with marketing proposals in collaboration with Technology Group staff, Section Heads, Office Managers, and Practice Leaders.
• Lead and manage teams through effective leadership and ongoing performance management (goal-setting, 1:1 meetings, coaching, and feedback).
• Participate in client presentations and develop extra work order requests and task proposals for open-end contracts.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with ITS technologies such as sensors, electronic displays, and traffic control equipment.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification in your home state, with the ability to obtain reciprocity in other states as needed.
• 10+ years of experience in a relevant specialized discipline.
• Strong experience working with clients at the county, state, MPO, and/or federal level.
• Experience with standard design, task order, and design-build contracts.
• Demonstrated expertise in the planning, systems engineering, design, and procurement of traffic management systems (e.g., traffic signal control, freeway management, toll systems, traveler information systems, SCADA).
• Knowledge of the MUTCD, and NEMA, NTCIP, SAE, and IEEE standards for traffic and V2X communications.
• Proficiency with Bentley MicroStation, AutoCAD, ProjectWise, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Project.

Nice to Have:

• Project management and business development experience.
• Strong presentation skills for both client and public-facing engagements.
• Familiarity with the U.S. National ITS Architecture (ARC-IT) and related tools like RAD-IT and SET-IT.
• Experience with Traffic Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) software, including adaptive signal systems, freeway management tools, and AI-powered applications.
• Understanding of cloud-based and hybrid ITS system deployments.
• PMP, PTOE, or INCOSE certification.
• Active involvement in organizations such as ITS America, ITE, TRB, ASCE, and ACEC.

Working Conditions:

• Office environment (95%): Primarily sedentary work with occasional standing and walking. Adequate lighting and temperature with no hazardous conditions.
• Field work (occasional): Exposure to outdoor elements (heat/cold, wet/humid, dry/arid). May involve lifting up to 25 lbs as needed.