Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) Project Manager

WSP in the U.S.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) Project Manager to join our Intelligent Mobility National Business Line. This role involves leading diverse projects, including Intelligent Transportation Systems and Digital Infrastructure, to enhance transportation initiatives across the U.S.

The candidate should have a Master’s degree and 8 to 15 years of experience in the transportation industry, demonstrating leadership and strong analytical skills. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of experience in the transportation industry.
• Demonstrated leadership and client networking skills.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.

Responsibilities

• Support or lead TSMO, ITS, and V2X projects.
• Drive business development and strategic pursuits.
• Communicate effectively in remote and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Client relationship management

TSMO expertise

Project delivery management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in engineering, transportation planning, or related field

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

WSP is a global leader in transportation solutions, delivering innovative, future‑focused services to public and private clients. Our Intelligent Mobility team leverages proven and emerging technologies to support federal, state, and local agencies with concept development, planning, engineering, integration, implementation, and evaluation.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) Project Manager to join our Intelligent Mobility National Business Line. This role offers the opportunity to lead and support a diverse portfolio of projects, including

• TSMO
• Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
• V2X (Vehicle‑to‑Everything) Solutions
• Digital Infrastructure
• Road Usage Charging
• Managed Lanes
• Tolling / Congestion Pricing
• Mobility on Demand / Mobility as a Service (MOD/MaaS)

You’ll collaborate with local offices and international teams, contributing to high‑impact transportation initiatives across the U.S. Remote role: candidates can sit out of any WSP office. Key locations: Tallahassee, FL; Atlanta, GA; NYC; Washington D.C.; Nashville, TN. We are open to different levels of experience and encourage more senior‑level professionals to apply. Ideally candidates will have at least 8 years of similar TSMO experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support or lead TSMO, ITS, and V2X projects
• Support planning, policy analysis, funding strategies, system requirements, concept of operations, strategic communications, and risk management with a focus on multimodal and freight solutions
• Support national research and deployment efforts, including USDOT, NCHRP, and pooled fund studies
• Drive or support business development and strategic pursuits nationally and locally
• Represent WSP to clients, agencies, subcontractors, and industry groups
• Develop promotional and proposal materials
• Build strategic alliances and partnerships
• Support or lead strategic project pursuits and participate in contract negotiations
• Anticipate client needs and market trends, and develop strategic action plans
• Communicate effectively in remote and cross‑functional teams
• Uphold ethical standards and WSP’s Code of Conduct

What You’ll Bring

• Proven ability to build and sustain client relationships
• Deep subject matter expertise in TSMO and ITS
• Experience managing complex project delivery
• Success in leading winning pursuits and maintaining a strong project pipeline
• Strategic thinking and adaptability in a fast‑changing environment
• Collaborative leadership and commitment to excellence

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering, transportation planning, public policy, or related field
• 8‑15+ years of experience in the transportation industry
• Demonstrated leadership and client networking skills
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and communication skills
• Active engagement in relevant industry organizations
• U.S. work authorization required
• Adherence to WSP’s Code of Conduct and safety policies

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven success in managing and deploying ITS, V2X, and TSMO programs for state and federal DOTs
• Recognized thought leadership in innovative mobility initiatives

Benefits

Employees are afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.