Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Department Manager (Traffic Operations)

HNTB; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where you can lead the Intelligent Transportation Systems Department. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage complex infrastructure projects while mentoring a talented team. As a Department Manager, you will oversee project delivery, budget management, and strategic planning, ensuring high-quality service for clients. Your leadership will drive the growth of innovative transportation solutions that enhance community mobility. If you are passionate about engineering and ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience with 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Intelligent Transportation Systems Department and manage project budgets.
• Coordinate project priorities and ensure client satisfaction.

Skills

Engineering Management

Project Management

Technical Coaching

Client Relationship Management

Strategic Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

Project Management Software

Budget Management Tools

Job description

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

This opportunity entails being responsible for leading the Intelligent Transportation Systems Department within the HNTB Digital Traffic and Technology Solutions Group or a project team for a program or client focused on the development and delivery of project tasks while managing scope, budget, and quality control. This position coordinates project priorities, staffing schedules, and staff assignments to ensure clients are provided the proper resources at the appropriate time. This position will work with the team to plan, execute, and deliver intelligent mobility solutions for various projects and clients and will also oversee the budget, resources, and performance for the department. This role is also responsible for technical coaching and mentoring and efficient, productive utilization of staff in providing high-quality service.

As Department Manager, the role entails supporting practice building and leading the core service areas outlined below, while providing thought leadership in a collaborative environment that encourages consistent growth:

• Transportation Systems Management & Operations (TSMO)
• Active Transportation and Demand Management
• Integrated Corridor Management
• Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS)
• Connected Vehicles (CV)
• Autonomous Vehicles (AV)
• Broadband and Communications
• Intelligent Network Design
• Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
• Electrification, EVs
• Emerging Transportation Technologies
• Mobility on Demand
• Mobility as a Service (MaaS)

What You'll Do:

• Develops, monitors and manages the department's operating budget in support of the group or office operating budget and forecast updates.
• Responsible for the management, growth and professional development of discipline-specific engineering department. Coordinates department activities establishes priorities and assign staff to projects. Ensures staff development, mentoring and training needs are being met. Collaborates with other departments or groups within the office on work-sharing needs and opportunities.
• Supports the implementation of the firm's strategic plan and HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA) process on project pursuits in the department and office, including development of department-level strategic planning strategies.
• Supports the implementation of the firm's contracting (SCA) process through project delivery and contracting activities including scope, work plan and fee reviews for all contracting activities impacting the department.
• Supports the implementation of the firm's project delivery (SDA) process including Work Planning, Monthly Project Reviews and other project performance methods to ensure quality work, on time, on schedule, to the client's satisfaction.
• Assists in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win-to-work activities.
• Maintains client contacts to ensure client satisfaction. Leads and assists in sales and marketing efforts for department's growth.
• Recruits, hires, develops and retains department staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
• Manages assigned project management activities (project scope, schedule, budget and quality management) and performs technical discipline tasks including research, reports, design, specifications and plan preparation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 10 years of practical experience including 2 years of supervisory experience.

What We Prefer:

• Master’s degree in Engineering
• 12 years practical experience
• 4 years supervisory experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Experience in transportation or transportation related industries.
• Strategic thought leader with proven industry experience.
• Experience with building and growing new business or service lines.
• Ability to demonstrate people leadership approach and/or experience.

Additional Information

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Type: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Category: Engineering Group

ReqID: R-24671