Traffic and Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Department Manager

The Traffic and ITS Engineering Department Manager will oversee the direction and supervision of professional and technical staff (typically 8–10 employees plus a traffic planning section). This leadership role involves managing project priorities, staffing, budgets, and assignments to deliver high-quality design solutions that meet client needs.

This position is hands-on, involving all phases of traffic and ITS engineering—proposals, studies, modeling, design, and project management—for public and private sector clients.

• Manage departmental operations, including personnel administration, project quality assurance, and business development support.
• Establish and maintain operating policies, standards, and procedures.
• Recommend and manage department budgets, staffing plans, and capital expenditures.
• Serve as Project Manager on major traffic and ITS projects.
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities and assist with proposal development.
• Oversee hiring, promotions, and other personnel decisions.
• Mentor and develop project managers and department members to support their professional growth.
• Coordinate department resource planning and workload balancing.
• Support client service managers (CSMs) with outreach and relationship management.
• Lead strategic and growth initiatives for traffic planning, engineering, and ITS.
• Build and maintain relationships with key traffic and ITS clients.

• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• PTOE or RSP certification.
• Active Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain one shortly.
• Experience in traffic engineering, planning, and/or ITS design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Safety planning experience.

• Two days per week remote.
• Financial Security: Life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities.
• Two days per week in the office.
• Professional Growth: Tuition assistance, memberships in professional societies, and career development support.
• Eligible roles may also participate in a 9/80 work schedule, offering every other Friday off.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, parental leave, and holidays.
• Fridays are flexible (either in-office or remote).
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, wellness reimbursement, and mental health support.