Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Program Manager

Gannett Fleming; Illinois; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a BRT Program Manager to lead their innovative Bus Rapid Transit initiatives. This role involves engaging clients, driving business development, and collaborating across teams to enhance urban mobility solutions. The successful candidate will leverage their extensive experience in transit projects to provide strategic insights and foster relationships with key stakeholders. This position offers the flexibility of remote work while contributing to impactful projects that improve community transit systems. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to innovation, diversity, and the professional growth of its employees.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(K) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Training Programs

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in transit/transportation projects.
• PE or AICP Certification preferred for candidates.

Responsibilities

• Lead client outreach and business development for BRT projects.
• Analyze transit service issues and recommend improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Public Engagement

Interpersonal Skills

Business Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

AICP Certification

Job description

With more than a century of experience, Gannett Fleming offers a wealth of planning, engineering and design services on transit and rail projects. Commuter and passenger rail systems. Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) is one of the fastest growing public transport systems. Found to be as efficient as other rail systems, easier to implement and more cost effective, Gannett Fleming has consulted with clients across the country on BRT related projects to include bus lanes, stations, maintenance facilities, operations, and funding strategies.

We are looking for a BRT Program Manager to serve as a subject expert, leading Gannett Fleming’s BRT offering. The successful candidate will lead client outreach and engagement, lead business development efforts, identify priority BRT opportunities, providing thought leadership, representing Gannett Fleming in all matters related to BRT on a national level, collaborating across other business lines to develop and implement strategy and drive innovation. This position can be fully remote with the flexibility to work anywhere within the continental United States.

You will match your technical and program experience to Gannett Fleming’s network of transit and DOT clients to build awareness of our BRT capabilities and act as a trusted advisor on feasibility, cost effectiveness, and regulatory conformance and policy, with an emphasis on urban bus service, urban corridor improvements and arterial/bus rapid transit. Additional responsibilities will include:

• Analyzing transit service and mobility issues in metro regions to recommend service modifications or innovative options for improved mobility.
• Working directly with current and potential clients to solicit and assess planning and multimodal transit needs.
• Provide BRT-specific leadership to Gannett Fleming design and planning teams for project execution.
• Mentor specific engineers and planners on the specific issues of BRT projects, to be prepared as BRT project leaders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) or AICP Certification preferred
• 15 plus years of progressive experience leading and delivering transit/transportation projects and/or programs
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience leading the delivery of complex urban bus service improvement programs with an emphasis on Arterial/Bus Rapid Transit corridors
• Relationships with transit and DOT clients in the BRT marketplace.
• Knowledge of engineering and planning firms in the BRT marketplace.
• Adept at navigating dynamics of highly visible projects involving public engagement in collaboration with various state and local government leaders and agencies.
• Capable of managing multiple, high-priority assignments
• High level of emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills to cultivate positive working relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Skilled at managing several projects and clients simultaneously
• Demonstrated effective leadership and mentorship of teams across multiple disciplines.
• Experience leading and supporting business development and capture planning efforts

At Gannett Fleming, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity for incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.

Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will not be accepted.

Location: Remote with the expectation to travel as required

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

Internal Requisition ID: 2023-9796

Salary Range: Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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Please be advised that Gannett Fleming may require you to attest to your vaccination status and provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination. Regulatory requirements remain fluid at this time and Gannett Fleming will abide by Covid-19 mandates impacting our business as well as meet the requirements of our clients. Valid religious and medical exemptions will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable law.