Remote ITS Program Manager - Transportation Systems

ICF Olson; United States; 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 for transportation agencies. The role sits across transportation, communications, training, cybersecurity, and digital modernization to deliver high-impact ITS projects.

You will oversee PMP-aligned project management, manage risks, ensure PMBOK standards, and build client relationships while shaping strategy for evolving transportation technologies.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Skills

Leadership skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Client management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

PMP certification

Job description

ICF is seeking an Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Program Manager to lead planning, directing, and evaluating programs for transportation agencies. The role sits across transportation, communications, training, cybersecurity, and digital modernization to deliver high-impact ITS projects.

You will oversee PMP-aligned project management, manage risks, ensure PMBOK standards, and build client relationships while shaping strategy for evolving transportation technologies.