Transportation Demand Management Senior Project Manager

Galloway & Company; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Galloway & Company is seeking a Transportation Demand Management Senior Project Manager to lead portfolios of TDM and mobility projects, mentor staff, and drive strategic growth across a national practice. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, and client satisfaction while advancing operational excellence and service quality.

The role requires a minimum of 10 years in consulting, strong leadership, and proven ability to win major proposals, mentor teams, and work across multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Marketing, Communications, Business, Sociology, or related discipline (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible consulting experience.
• Experience leading portfolios of multidisciplinary projects and managing financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead portfolios of TDM and mobility consulting projects from initiation through closeout.
• Build long-term trusted advisor relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Own the financial performance of project portfolios including budgets, profitability, and forecasting.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to Project Managers, Coordinators, Analysts, and interns.
• Provide technical oversight for TDM plans, mobility strategies, and planning studies.
• Lead major proposal efforts and business development initiatives.
• Develop practice standards, templates, tools, and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Project management

Communication skills

Public speaking & presentations

Financial management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning/Transportation Planning/Marketing/Communications/Business/Sociology or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Tableau

Salesforce

Monday.com

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Transportation Demand Management Senior Project Manager

Galloway & Company, Inc. is a people-first company where collaboration, innovation, and career growth are at the heart of everything we do. You will grow personally and professionally with a supportive culture, flexible work environment, and strong focus on leadership development. You'll also work on diverse, impactful projects alongside multidisciplinary professionals who are passionate about making a difference. At Galloway, you're not just building communities — you're building a fulfilling career.

About the Role

The Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Senior Project Manager is a senior consulting and business leader responsible for overseeing portfolios of Transportation Demand Management (TDM), mobility planning, and commuter behavior change projects while strengthening client relationships, developing staff, and contributing to the strategic growth of Galloway's National TDM Practice.

The Senior Project Manager provides leadership across multiple projects, clients, and project managers, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality services, strong financial performance, and exceptional client experiences. This role serves as a trusted advisor to key clients, leads major pursuits, mentors Project Managers, and partners with Practice Leadership to advance operational excellence, business development, and practice growth.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio Leadership

• Lead portfolios of TDM and mobility consulting projects from project initiation through closeout.
• Provide strategic oversight of project scope, schedules, budgets, staffing, quality, and client satisfaction across multiple projects.
• Guide Project Managers in resolving complex project challenges, scope changes, and delivery risks.
• Ensure projects are delivered consistently with Galloway's quality standards and National TDM Practice methodologies.
• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery, efficiency, and client value across the portfolio.

Client Leadership

• Serve as the executive relationship manager for strategic client accounts and major initiatives.
• Build long-term trusted advisor relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Lead executive meetings, workshops, and presentations.
• Anticipate client needs and develop proactive strategies that strengthen partnerships and expand services.
• Resolve complex client issues while maintaining exceptional client satisfaction.

Financial & Business Leadership

• Own the financial performance of assigned project portfolios, including:
  • Budget management
  • Profitability
  • Revenue forecasting
  • Resource planning
  • Portfolio financial reporting
• Monitor utilization and staffing efficiency across the portfolio.
• Lead pricing, scope development, contract negotiations, and change order strategies.
• Balance client value with sound business decisions that support long-term profitability.

People Leadership & Staff Development

• Provide leadership and mentoring to Project Managers, Coordinators, Analysts, interns, and consultants.
• Support employee growth through coaching, career development, and regular feedback.
• Partner with Team Managers and Practice Leadership on staffing, succession planning, and performance development.
• Promote collaboration, accountability, and knowledge sharing across regional teams.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional excellence.

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical oversight for:
  • Transportation Demand Management Plans
  • Mobility Strategies
  • Transportation Planning Studies
  • Marketing & Behavior Change Campaigns
  • Performance Measurement Programs
  • Mobility Hub Plans
  • Site Compliance Programs
  • Employer and Campus Mobility Programs
• Review technical analyses, reports, recommendations, and presentations for quality and consistency.
• Promote innovation through technology, AI-enabled workflows, standardized processes, and continuous improvement.

Business Development

• Lead major proposal efforts, interviews, and responses to RFQs and RFPs.
• Develop scopes of work, staffing plans, pricing strategies, and fee estimates.
• Grow existing client accounts through strategic relationship management.
• Maintain an active business development pipeline.
• Represent Galloway through conferences, professional organizations, networking events, and client meetings.

Practice Development

• Lead development of practice standards, templates, tools, and best practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and project delivery.
• Support implementation of National TDM Practice initiatives.
• Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing across offices and disciplines.
• Champion innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

You will love our unique Full Spectrum Approach that holistically champions the needs of our people, clients, and company to create a better experience for all. As a multidisciplinary company, with 11 in-house disciplines, this approach helps facilitate a deeper understanding of the design process, further enriching your professional growth and development.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Marketing, Communications, Business, Sociology, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible consulting experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading portfolios of multidisciplinary projects.
• Proven success managing financial performance, budgets, staffing, and profitability across multiple projects.
• Experience mentoring and developing Project Managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience leading major proposal efforts and business development initiatives.
• Excellent written, verbal, facilitation, and presentation skills.

Preferred

• Experience in Transportation Demand Management (TDM), mobility planning, or sustainable transportation.
• Experience with behavior change strategies and transportation marketing.
• TDM-CP or similar professional certification.
• ArcGIS, Tableau, Salesforce, Monday.com, and related project delivery platforms.
• Active leadership in professional organizations and industry associations.

The estimated salary range for this position is $145,000-$170,000.
Please note, we're looking to hire a candidate in the San Francisco Bay Area or the Sacramento area.

Beyond Base Salary

We’ve cultivated a culture rooted in collaboration, growth, and innovation. Here’s what you can expect:

• 100% employer-paid benefits, setting a high standard in the industry
• Opportunities for biannual performance bonuses and profit sharing
• A workplace culture that emphasizes internal promotion, mentorship, and career advancement
• Nationally recognized as a great place to work—thanks to our outstanding teams and commitment to quality

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Galloway does not sponsor H1-B or other work visa petitions. Pre-employment and ongoing drug screening is required.

Galloway & Company Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.