ITS Project Manager
About The Position
The Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Project Manager is responsible for the oversight of ITS initiatives throughout planning, design, construction, implementation, testing, and ongoing operations and maintenance (O&M). Primary responsibilities include daily oversight of project scheduling, budgeting, resource planning, risk management, and quality; the development of comprehensive project management plans and supporting documentation; ongoing coordination and liaison support between organizational and third-party stakeholders; the identification and documentation of organizational and technical project requirements; support throughout the procurement of third-party contractors, integrators, and vendors; technical coordination throughout ITS construction, integration, and commissioning; support during the development, implementation, and verification of ITS testing plans, processes, and procedures; proactive identification and resolution of ITS project-related conflicts, and management reporting.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrable experience managing complex ITS project initiatives.
- 5-7 years’ experience in ITS, transportation technology, or related field, including 3+ years in project management or technical leadership.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Eligible to lawfully work in the United States immediately.
Nice To Haves
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Knowledge of industry standards including NTCIP, NEMA, IEEE, NEC and related ITS standards and specifications.
- Experience in the deployment of ITS field equipment and electrical components.
- Experience with cybersecurity principles applied to transportation systems.
Responsibilities
- Leads complex, multi-stakeholder ITS projects from initiation through O&M, ensuring continued compliance with organizational scope, schedule, and budgetary requirements.
- Manages ITS project resources, including internal and third-party resource allocation and tracking, project team performance assessment, conflict identification and resolution, and guided mentorship.
- Develops and maintains comprehensive risk management plans to proactively identify and document ITS project risks and oversees the development, evaluation, and tracking of risk response strategies.
- Acts as a liaison and primary point-of-contact between internal ITS technical teams, business units, and multidisciplinary stakeholders to define organizational and technical ITS requirements and to ensure timely technical support throughout the ITS project lifecycle.
- Supports ITS-related procurement activities, including the assessment of project sourcing strategies, the development of procurement and solicitation materials, and the selection and contracting of third-party contractors, integrators, and vendors.
- Conducts ongoing quality reviews of ITS project progress, team performance, and deliverables to ensure compliance with organizational policies, requirements, and best practices.
- Manages technical personnel responsible for the development of ITS testing and commissioning plans and ensures ongoing assessment and validation of technical system performance.
- Continually monitors project performance and status and creates management reports to educate and inform executives, managers, and stakeholders.
Benefits
- $1,500 Retention Bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
