Program Manager - Traffic

LJA•Nashville, TN

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Program Manager at LJA in our Transportation department, you will be responsible for recruiting new municipal, state, and regional agency clients while managing the delivery of advanced traffic operations and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) programs. You will serve as the primary relationship builder, bridging the gap between technical TMC engineering teams and public/private stakeholders to improve regional mobility, safety, and infrastructure efficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, Business Management, or a related field. Education may substituted for 15+ years in the TMC and Incident Management Leadership Role
8+ years of experience in traffic operations, ITS engineering, or TMC program management
Proficient in Transportation Management Center software, contract administration, and public-sector budgeting
Strong understanding of Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS), and video distribution frameworks

Nice To Haves

Proven track record of winning public sector infrastructure or transportation technology contracts
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to navigate complex political and bureaucratic agency environments
An existing professional network within state DOTs, metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs), or municipal traffic departments is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships with state DOTs, transit agencies, municipal partners, and other key stakeholders to support transportation operations and growth initiatives
Identify new business opportunities and lead strategic pursuits for Traffic Management Center (TMC) operations, modernization programs, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) projects
Develop and present compelling proposals, funding applications, and client presentations that demonstrate technical expertise and operational value
Serve as a trusted advisor to agency leadership, first responders, traffic engineers, and community partners to support successful program outcomes
Foster regional collaboration by coordinating incident management efforts, data-sharing partnerships, and cross-jurisdictional transportation initiatives
Oversee daily TMC program delivery, including traffic monitoring, incident response operations, traveler information services, and technology deployments
Track budgets, resources, performance metrics, and service levels while providing regular updates and recommendations to client leadership

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.