Project Manager I, Planning

RTD • Plaza, ND

4d • $84,407 - $119,224 • Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager I, Planning is responsible for managing transportation planning and transit-related projects. This role involves developing project plans, overseeing budgets and contracts, and coordinating with internal teams, regional agencies, and external stakeholders. The Project Manager I will also facilitate stakeholder outreach, support transportation planning initiatives, and contribute to broader regional transportation strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Environmental Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience managing projects, contracts, budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously.
• Understanding of transit, mobility, and land use principles.
• Familiarity with regional/state/federal transportation policy and environmental compliance standards.
• Strong written and verbal skills for reports, presentations, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work with government agencies, consultants, and the public.
• Ability to analyze data, assess challenges, develop strategic solutions, and implement improvements.
• Ability to work independently and within a team in a dynamic environment.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in transportation or transit.
• Knowledge of sustainability initiatives, air quality policies, and multimodal transportation strategies.
• Familiarity with GIS, transportation modeling, or data visualization tools.
• Master’s degree in Planning, Environmental Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage transportation planning projects by developing project plans, overseeing implementation, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Independently manage assigned transportation planning projects, from initiation to completion.
• Develop and administer RFPs, oversee consultant contracts, and monitor project budgets to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Ensure projects adhere to relevant federal, state, and local regulations, environmental policies, and funding requirements.
• Establish project milestones, track progress, and proactively identify and resolve issues that impact project delivery.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for leadership, funding agencies, and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with interdepartmental teams to integrate transportation projects with greater planning initiatives.
• Apply transportation planning expertise to assess mobility needs, conduct transit studies, and develop solutions for RTD’s transit delivery and infrastructure improvements.
• Conduct and manage transportation planning studies to support mobility improvements, transit service enhancements, and infrastructure projects.
• Analyze transportation data, travel patterns, and regional trends to support decision-making and project development.
• Coordinate with regional agencies, local governments, and private sector partners on transportation initiatives and policy alignment.
• Provide technical support in transit-oriented development (TOD), multimodal planning, and transportation demand management strategies.
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure project transparency and collaboration.
• Develop and implement stakeholder engagement strategies for transportation projects.
• Organize and lead public meetings, workshops, and outreach events to communicate project goals and gather feedback.
• Build relationships with government agencies, advocacy groups, and community organizations.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and communication materials for leadership, elected officials, and external stakeholders.
• Additional job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• RTD Employee Benefits: https://www.rtd-denver.com/careers/benefits (RTD Represented Employee Benefits: Please refer to the Labor Agreement included in the above link for details.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level