Locally Administered Projects Program Manager

Campo Nc; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 86,945 - 143,466; Full time

Job summary

A regional planning organization in Cary, NC is seeking a Transportation Improvement Program Administrator. The successful candidate will oversee federally funded projects, develop the Transportation Improvement Program, and coordinate with relevant agencies. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in planning or engineering and considerable experience in project management. This position offers competitive compensation between $86,945 and $143,466, along with potential for partial telework.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years experience in project or program management.
• Two years experience in federal transportation projects preferred.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or AICP is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the MPO's Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and manage federally funded transportation projects.
• Develop new TIP in coordination with NCDOT.
• Coordinate Air Quality Conformity process with stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Knowledge of transportation planning

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning, engineering, or a related field

Master's degree in planning, engineering, or a related field

Job description

THIS POSITION IS A READVERTISEMENT. CANDIDATES WHO HAVE PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED AN APPLICATION REMAIN UNDER CONSIDERATION AND NEED NOT REAPPLY.

This job posting is for a Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) POSITION and is being hosted on Cary’s site for the purposes of accepting applications to be provided to CAMPO. An applicant that may be hired for this, or any CAMPO position will be a CAMPO employee located at CAMPO’s Fenton offices in Cary, NC. Cary only provides certain limited administrative services to CAMPO employees, including health and welfare and other benefits.

The Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is responsible for regional long‑range transportation planning for the rapidly growing region in the Raleigh, NC urban area. The MPO recently adopted a new strategic plan to help guide our region’s transportation program through the next several years. The Capital Area MPO is expanding staff to implement the new strategic plan. We create, innovate, and work smarter. We focus on relationships and collaboration across all jurisdictions. We enjoy our work and have fun doing it. At the Capital Area MPO, you can join a team dedicated to meeting the needs of our members and the public and ensure our region remains one of the best places to live, work and play.

The Triangle region continues to experience unprecedented growth, producing a need for infrastructure improvements that offer a range of travel choices and are compatible with the character and development of our communities, sensitive to the environment, improve quality of life, and are safe and accessible for all. The Capital Area MPO works at the heart of identifying, planning, and implementing those improvements.

This position will oversee the MPO’s Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the Locally Administered Projects Program (LAPP). This position will serve as the MPO’s TIP Administrator and Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and coordinate with the NCDOT to process TIP/STIP Amendments and development of new Transportation Improvement Programs. This position will also manage and coordinate federally funded, locally administered transportation projects through planning, engineering, project selection, programming, project development, completion and acceptance stages for the Capital Area MPO. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Deputy Director.

This position is based out of the CAMPO offices. This position may be eligible for partial telework schedule after the successful completion of an initial probationary period.

Salary Range - $86,945 - $143,466

Anticipated Hiring Range - $86,945 - $98,585

Transportation Improvement Program Management

• Develops new Transportation Improvement Program in coordination with NCDOT
• Develops quarterly TIP amendments and coordinates with NCDOT on STIP amendments
• Manages and facilitates the public notice and comment periods for all TIP actions including presentations to TCC and Executive Boards
• Coordinates Air Quality Conformity process with NCDOT, Central Pines Regional Council, and Triangle West Transportation Planning Organization related to Transportation Improvement Program and Metropolitan Transportation Plan
• Performs project tracking and reporting on TIP funding

Locally Administered Projects Program Management

• Oversees the day‑to‑day operations of the Locally Administered Projects Program
• Oversees the LAPP project application and selection process
• Leads LAPP Scoring and Program committees processes by developing recommendations, providing technical analysis and documenting meeting discussions and recommendations
• Serves as the lead MPO project manager between project sponsors, the MPO, NCDOT and USDOT
• Serves as a technical resource to project sponsors in project development and LAPP rules and requirements

Project Management

• Serves as the lead MPO project manager throughout project development and construction process for all LAPP projects, including roadway, bicycle, pedestrian and transit projects
• Coordinates the design of construction projects on behalf of the MPO by representing regional interests at design meetings and public hearings, reviewing plans, drawings, bid documents, contract selection and awards, and ensuring project delivery is consistent with funded project expectations
• Assists MPO member governments with preparation of contracts, identifying special provisions, verifying contract specifications, verifying contractor credentials, and other requirements
• Reviews contracts, verifies quantities and calculations, reviews reimbursement requests/payments, and attends/participates in project calls/meetings

LAPP Program Training & Project Tracking

• Maintains the LAPP handbook, training, and guidance resources
• Develops and maintains a LAPP project tracking system, including project funding and reporting
• Monitors reporting for compliance with the LAPP program regulations
• Tracks LAPP projects throughout LAPP cycle (project application, selection, programming, contracting, obligation, expenditures, and close out)
• Coordinate with MPO financial staff to maintain and provide a project financial and progress status reporting system that will provide management with a clear update on each project
• Work with local member government and agency staff to identify and evaluate potential projects, and ensure accuracy and completion of application requirements
• Perform fund management & analysis including managing utilization of available and expiring funds, monitoring fund compliance, preparing project and program status reports, developing/implementing technical tools and tracking performance on individual projects and the overall program
• Provide periodic reports to MPO Executive Board and Technical Coordinating Committee regarding program and project performance

Work requires considerable independent professional judgment and initiative in resolving problems based on a comprehensive knowledge of Federal and State policies and various intergovernmental program regulations. Ability to work under pressure on several projects simultaneously and within time constraints; ability to perform independent research and develop recommendations; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to supervise other personnel in a project coordination role. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a graduation from a four‑year college or university with a bachelor's degree in planning, engineering or a related field and a minimum of four years experience in project or program management, with two years’ experience in federal transportation project‑based work preferred.

A master’s degree in planning, engineering, or related field and registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) or AICP is highly desired. Experience with NCDOT construction projects is desirable.

Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:

• Candidates that have experience managing a Transportation Improvement Program
• Candidates that have strong knowledge of transportation project management including scheduling, permitting, construction practices, and cost estimates
• Master’s degree and AICP or PE registration
• Experience with NCDOT construction projects
• Two or more years experience with federal transportation project‑based work

Special Requirements

CONDITIONS OF CAMPO EMPLOYMENT

Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal history check, SBI finger‑printing, motor vehicle records check, education verification and credit history review) and satisfactory reference checks prior to employment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work in this role is generally sedentary and is typically performed indoors. An employee must be able to move throughout facilities freely to perform or observe work. An employee must have visual acuity to be able to read and write handwritten materials, including being able to view a computer screen. An employee must have dexterity in the hands for typing and operation of computers and standard office equipment. An employee must have the ability to work safely in and around traffic and active construction sites as needed. An employee must be able to talk and listen in order to communicate and respond to the public and other employees.