Transit Program Manager - Federal Funds & Projects

Georgia Department of Transportation; Tifton (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Transportation is seeking a Transit Project Manager to plan, analyze, administer, and manage FTA programs (5303/5304/5307/5311/5339). You will assist with the annual Program of Projects and oversee contracting, ensuring compliance for sub-recipients statewide.

Applicant must reside in District 5 (Wayne County) or District 4 (Tifton) or be willing to relocate; travel for site visits and collaboration with sub-recipients is expected.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in urban or rural transportation planning or closely related area.
• Experience in transportation planning and/or project management.
• Experience managing a state or federal program.
• Experience collecting and analyzing data in transportation reports/draft documents.
• Experience ensuring regulatory compliance to state and/or federal laws and regulations governing contracts, planning, compliance, auditing, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Plan, analyze, administer, and manage FTA 5303/5304/5307/5311/5339 programs.
• Assist in developing the annual Program of Projects and contracting process.
• Oversee funds, contracts, and regulatory compliance for sub-recipients and FTA programs.
• Serve as liaison between GDOT and sub-recipients across the state.
• Monitor scope, budget, and schedule to ensure timely completion and contractor compliance.

Skills

Transportation planning experience

Project management experience

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in urban/rural transportation planning (or related)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Georgia Department of Transportation is seeking a Transit Project Manager to plan, analyze, administer, and manage FTA programs (5303/5304/5307/5311/5339). You will assist with the annual Program of Projects and oversee contracting, ensuring compliance for sub-recipients statewide.

Applicant must reside in District 5 (Wayne County) or District 4 (Tifton) or be willing to relocate; travel for site visits and collaboration with sub-recipients is expected.