Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Maintenance Program Coordinator

Metric Engineering; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Engineering, Inc. is seeking an Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Maintenance Program Coordinator based at FDOT District Four’s Regional Traffic Management Center.

The role provides auditing and oversight of ITS maintenance activities, reviewing contractor records and invoices, and reporting findings to ensure accountability and compliance. The ideal candidate has three years of ITS device maintenance experience, strong project management skills, and a solid understanding of MIMS.

Qualifications

• At least three years of ITS device maintenance experience.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and ITS maintenance practices.
• Experience using MIMS to review maintenance activities and support oversight.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to nontechnical audiences.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Windows operating systems.
• Ability to prepare accurate, well-organized technical reports and correspondence.
• Working knowledge of ITS devices and their maintenance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review all contractor MIMS tickets, including preventive maintenance tickets, for accuracy, completeness, and supporting documentation.
• Audit maintenance contractor invoices submitted to FDOT against documented work and applicable approvals.
• Identify, document, and report discrepancies, including improper MOT charges, unapproved time charges, and excessive time billed for maintenance activities.
• Prepare clear technical reports and correspondence summarizing findings and issues requiring resolution.
• Coordinate with FDOT and contractor personnel to clarify records and address discrepancies.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Technical communication

Excel skills

Windows OS

Tools

MIMS

Job description

Metric is seeking an Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Maintenance Program Coordinator to provide auditing and oversight of ITS maintenance activities. Based at FDOT District Four’s Regional Traffic Management Center, this position supports contractor accountability through maintenance record reviews, invoice audits, and clear reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong project management skills, ITS maintenance experience, and a management-level understanding of the Maintenance Inventory Management System (MIMS).

Key Responsibilities

• Review all contractor MIMS tickets, including preventive maintenance tickets, for accuracy, completeness, and supporting documentation.
• Audit maintenance contractor invoices submitted to FDOT against documented work and applicable approvals.
• Identify, document, and report discrepancies, including improper Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) charges, unapproved time charges, and excessive time billed for maintenance activities.
• Prepare clear technical reports and correspondence summarizing findings and issues requiring resolution.
• Coordinate with FDOT and contractor personnel to clarify records and address discrepancies.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in ITS device maintenance.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and ITS maintenance practices.
• Experience using MIMS to review maintenance activities and support management oversight.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to nontechnical audiences.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Windows operating systems.
• Ability to prepare accurate, well-organized technical reports and correspondence.
• Working knowledge of ITS devices and their maintenance requirements.

Preferred Qualification

• Familiarity with the roadways, ITS infrastructure, and maintenance coverage area

About Us:

Metric Engineering, Inc. was founded in 1976 on the principle of providing personalized consulting engineering services. Today, we are among the top consulting engineering firms specializing in civil and transportation projects. In the last four decades, Metric has successfully completed numerous large, complex transportation projects in the United States and abroad. Our multi-disciplinary workforce and strategically located regional offices enable us to provide both maximized local responsiveness and a diversified technical base. Our clients include local, county, state and foreign governments as well as private clients.

EOE Statement:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.