Intelligent Transportation Systems Program Manager

ICF; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking an Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Program Manager to lead planning, directing, and evaluating programs that support transportation agencies. The role collaborates across ICF units including transportation, communications, training, cybersecurity, and digital modernization to deliver high-quality ITS projects.

The position allows flexible location with a preference for the Washington DC metro area; remote work and DC office locations are possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10+ years of experience managing complex transportation, technology, research, or related programs for government agencies.
• Knowledge or experience with ITS systems engineering, architecture, standards, automation, connectivity, data, cybersecurity, or other emerging transportation technologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and monitoring of ITS consulting projects.
• Identify project risks and mitigation strategies to maintain schedule, budget, and performance.
• Ensure standardized project management practices per PMBOK.
• Ensure activities meet contractual, agency, and federal requirements.
• Build and maintain client and stakeholder relationships.
• Lead and support proposal and business development activities.
• Shape program strategy in response to evolving transportation technologies and client needs.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Proposal development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PMBOK

Job description

Description

Title:

Intelligent Transportation Systems Program Manager

Location:

The position location is flexible, with a preference for the Washington DC metro area. Both remote work and location in one of ICF’s Washington DC offices are possible.

About ICF

ICF’s transportation group works with clients to support effective transportation planning and program implementation, drawing on deep expertise in policy, technology, systems operations, data analytics, environmental and energy issues, resiliency, and communications. Our work includes strategic planning, research, advanced technology evaluation and deployment, outreach, and training for federal, state, and local governments.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Program Manager. The Program Manager serves as a senior leader responsible for planning, directing, implementing, and evaluating programs that support the mission and strategic priorities of transportation agencies. The Program Manager will work collaboratively across various ICF business units including transportation, communications, training, cybersecurity, and digital modernization.

Job Duties

• Oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of ITS consulting projects, ensuring delivery of high-quality products and services.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain schedule, budget, and performance objectives.
• Ensure standardized project management practices within the ITS team consistent with the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
• Ensure program activities meet applicable contractual, agency, and federal requirements.
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Lead and support proposal and business development activities.
• Help shape program strategy in response to evolving transportation technologies, policies, and client needs.

Required Experience And Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 10+ years of experience managing complex transportation, technology, research, or related programs for government agencies.
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience overseeing work involving ITS systems engineering, architecture, standards, automation, connectivity, data, cybersecurity, or other emerging transportation technologies.

Desired Experience And Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent
• Proven multi-project / multi-disciplinary management experience in leading teams and projects, ideally in the areas of vehicle automation and connectivity, transportation system operations, and/or emerging mobility planning, pilots and deployment
• Strong written, verbal, client management, and leadership skills.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO policy.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$119,323.00 - $202,850.00

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