Intelligent Transportation Systems / Transportation Technology Manager

AECOM is seeking an experienced professional for immediate placement to lead and manage our Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) and Transportation Technology group in Murray UT including opportunities in the states of neighboring Montana Wyoming and Idaho. The ITS/Transportation Technology Manager will act as a state leader for this technical practice area working closely with other transportation department leadership. The position will serve as an ambassador for advanced transportation and ITS services support business development and growth and help lead manage and coordinate emerging technology projects and staff. As the Colorado state ITS/transportation technology leader they will be responsible for:

• Creating mentoring and leading a resilient team of professionals forming a sustainable ITS/Technology business
• Developing expanding and maintaining client relationships in coordination with state transportation business line leaders
• Identifying potential projects or work opportunities and collaborating with client managers to develop and execute project pursuit strategies
• Maintaining and expanding local industry presence including actively participating in professional organizations
• Interpreting organizing executing and coordinating assignments and managing technical elements of large complex projects
• Serving in various roles on local ITS/Technology projects or tasks as capture manager project manager technical leader expert advisor or quality control
• Supporting and actively participating in production of technical deliverables by the ITS/Technology team ranging from plans specifications estimates reports memorandums etc.

The ITS/Transportation Technology Manager is also expected to leverage their expertise to support expansion of business in neighboring states of the Greater West region and can be a subject matter expert resource for regional national or global business and technical excellence in various emerging transportation technology areas. In this role they are also anticipated to work closely with other peers and senior leadership in the company to:

• Support the strategic growth of the business through targeted business development project pursuit creation of strategy industry engagement or targeted recruiting
• Support projects outside of local market in pre-planned and agreed to roles ranging from project management technical lead expert advisor or quality
• Support the technical development and excellence of peers and similar staff in the individuals areas of expertise through formal and informal means of engagement
• Coordinate and balance work assignments with peers in other markets to support work-life balance and schedule commitments

Job Responsibilities
The candidate will work collaboratively with others including other division and office leadership and manage technical staff in a dynamic setting to support client engagement business development and project execution.

The responsibilities of this position may include but are not limited to:

• Supports oversees and coordinates engineering production activities for an operating unit. 
• Makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative
• Initiates and maintains contact with senior-level management within the company and is skilled in dispute resolution and negotiation of critical issues. At this level the individual will have demonstrated understanding of project delivery requirements creativity foresight working with a multi-disciplinary team to meet project goals and deliver high quality technical excellence
• Demonstrates mature judgment in anticipating and solving both routine and unusual operations problems determining operational objectives and requirements organizing programs and projects and developing standards and guides for diverse engineering activities
• Supervision received is essentially administrative with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education including 2 years of leadership

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in engineering and 15 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience
• 5 years of leadership experience desired
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Colorado
• Experience in managing a team of other transportation professionals
• Established external reputation in transportation technology solutions in Colorado or other mountain states transportation community
• Active in professional and industry organizations
• Experience working for or selling to public sector agencies with a preference toward clients in the ITS and emerging technology transportation sector
• Knowledge and/or experience in ITS design connected/automated vehicle systems systems engineering and Transportation Systems Management & Operations (TSMO)
• Experience in proposal development and other business development activities
• Team-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate problems and solutions clearly and simply to clients leadership and technical staff
• Excellent written verbal and organizational skills
• Strong problem solving analytical and research skills
• Ability to balance various project responsibilities budgets and deadlines while maintaining professionalism and quality

Additional Information :

• Sponsorship is not available for this position

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time