Job Information
Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)/Smart Mobility Project Manager in Herndon, Virginia
JMT Technology Group, a leading geospatial, software, and information technology solutions provider, is looking for an ITS/Smart Mobility Project Manager to join our team The ITS/Smart Mobility Project Manager will apply expert knowledge to work on complex projects and task orders, serving as project manager, task lead, or in a major role for ITS design and systems engineering tasks. The manager will serve from the start to the end of projects, mentoring and training junior staff as needed. Projects may range from $30,000 task orders to jobs with engineering fees over $1 million. Responsible for delivering all project objectives for assigned projects including; scope, schedule and budget.
Essential functions and responsibilities
Lead preparation of feasibility documents, systems engineering documents including Concepts of Operation, Requirements, Specifications, Systems Engineering Management Plans, Test Plans, and related documents
Lead preparation of preliminary (30%) as well as detailed design documents, including plans, specifications and estimates for deployment of traffic control equipment, communication devices and media (including fiber optics and wireless), CCTVs, DMS, decision support systems, etc., as well as development of ITS asset management plans
Support JMT projects and programs involving Intelligent Transportation Systems, Connected and Automated Vehicle operations, and traffic management systems, focusing on institutional issue assessment, benefit and cost documents, and planning studies related to TSMO activities
Monitors schedules, budgets, accounts receivable and manpower requirements and prepares invoices
Develop Project Management plans for assigned projects
Establish project pricing and budgets
Create and maintain project schedules
Develop and maintain project specific quality plans
Develop and coordinate project scope
Manage subconsultants
Participate in client presentations
Oversee and manage assigned staff working on project
Manage all technical resources on the project team
Development of extra work order requests and open-end contract task proposals
Coordinate and assist Technology Group staff, Section Heads, Office Managers, and Practice Leaders with marketing proposals
Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team
Nonessential functions and responsibilities
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Skills
Proficient experience in using the Microsoft Office suite of products including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
Familiarity with various types of ITS products, including sensors, electronic displays, and traffic control equipment
Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited engineering program
Certification as a Professional Engineer in the candidate’s state of residence and the ability to obtain additional PEs in other states via reciprocity as needed
10+ years’ experience in specialized discipline
Experience working with clients at the county, state, MPO and/or Federal level on a daily or regular basis
Preferred Experience
Project management and business development experience
Experience managing multidiscipline project teams
Experience with standard design contracts, task order contracts, design-build contracts
Presentation experience to clients and public
Experience in planning, systems engineering, design and procurement of traffic management systems, including traffic signal control systems, freeway management systems, toll operations and collection systems, transit signal priority systems, traveler information systems, and tunnel and bridge operations and SCADA systems
Familiarity with the U.S. National ITS Architecture (ARC-IT) and related development tools (e.g., RAD-IT and SET-IT)
Experience in use of the MUTCD, as well as NEMA and NTCIP standards for traffic management and information, and SAE and IEEE standards as used for V2X communications
Familiarity with different types of off-the-shelf software for Traffic Systems Management and Operations (TSMO), ranging from signal systems (including adaptive systems) to freeway management systems, and artificial intelligence (AI) applications supporting these software tools
Familiarity with various system deployment options including cloud-based software-as-a-service architectures as well as a hybrid of physical systems and cloud-based systems as appropriate
Experience using Bentley MicroStation, AutoCAD, or similar products for plan preparation and review
Experience using ProjectWise and Bluebeam for project and document management
Experience using Microsoft Project for project scheduling and tracking
Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
INCOSE systems engineering certification
History of constructive engagement in organizations such as state ITS America chapters, ITE, TRB committees, ASCE, ACEC and others
Working Conditions
Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.
Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.