Project Manager ITS

Tidewater Systems and Engineering; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

4x10 Schedule

401(k) Employer Match

Job summary

Tidewater Systems and Engineering is seeking an ITS Project Manager to oversee planning, coordination, and execution of Intelligent Transportation Systems projects from initiation through closeout.

You will lead cross-functional technical teams, manage resources, and ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget while meeting regulatory requirements and client expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, IT, Transportation Systems, Business, or related field, or equivalent PM experience.
• 2–5 years of PM experience in ITS, construction, operations, IT, or infrastructure.
• Experience with ITS technologies, traffic systems, or field-based projects preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with PM tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, Asana, or similar).
• PMP or CAPM certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scheduling, budgeting, and documentation for ITS projects.
• Define scope, deliverables, timelines, and resource needs for ITS deployments.
• Coordinate internal teams, ITS technicians, subcontractors, vendors, and transportation partners.
• Oversee installation and integration of ITS equipment.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain project records, reports, and client updates.
• Facilitate project meetings from kickoff to closeout.
• Ensure compliance with policies, ITS standards, safety, and client specs.
• Manage procurement activities and contract oversight.
• Evaluate outcomes and propose process improvements.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Asana

Job description

Position Overview

The ITS Project Manager oversees planning, coordination, and execution of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) projects from initiation through closeout. This role ensures all ITS activities—including field deployments, network integrations, traffic technology installations, and system upgrades—remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with organizational standards, client expectations, and regulatory requirements. The ITS Project Manager leads cross‑functional technical teams, manages resources, and maintains clear communication with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scheduling, budgeting, and documentation for ITS projects.
• Define project scope, deliverables, timelines, and resource needs for ITS deployments and system integrations.
• Coordinate internal teams, ITS technicians, subcontractors, vendors, and transportation partners.
• Oversee installation and integration of ITS equipment such as cameras, sensors, VMS boards, communications networks, and traffic management technologies.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule and performance.
• Maintain accurate project records, reports, and status updates for clients and leadership.
• Facilitate project meetings, including kickoff, technical reviews, progress updates, and closeout.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ITS standards, safety requirements, and client specifications.
• Manage procurement activities, including vendor selection, equipment ordering, and contract oversight.
• Support continuous improvement by evaluating project outcomes and recommending process enhancements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Transportation Systems, Business, or related field; or equivalent project management experience.
• 2-5 years of project management experience in ITS, construction, operations, IT, or infrastructure.
• Experience working with ITS technologies, traffic systems, communications networks, or field-based technical projects preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, Asana, or similar).
• PMP or CAPM certification preferred.

Key Competencies

• ITS project planning & execution
• Budget and schedule management
• Technical coordination and field operations
• Risk identification & mitigation
• Stakeholder communication
• Team leadership and coordination
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Documentation and reporting accuracy

Work Environment

• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Requires regular coordination with internal teams, clients, transportation agencies, and external partners.
• May involve travel to ITS project sites, field installations, or client locations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Group Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 4x10 Weekly Schedule
• 401(k) Employer Match