Transportation Technology and System Operations Project Manager
DKS is looking for a transportation engineer or planner who is ready for the opportunity to take on more management and leadership in the Transportation Technology and Operations field. We help our clients in the western states plan, design, implement, and operate technology that supports multimodal transportation projects. The ideal candidate is familiar with transportation system management and operations (TSMO), intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and how technology can improve transportation and safety for people who walk, roll, and ride. Moreover, the ideal candidate is passionate about advancing equity in our communities through projects, actions, our relationships.
This position will focus on planning for TSMO, ITS, broadband, and other emerging technologies. Familiarity with design, modeling, data analytics, and operations would be beneficial. We are looking for candidates who enjoy learning, innovation, and collaboration as we ready for a fast-changing future.
Our team includes industry leaders in TSMO, ITS, Signal Operations, CAV, and EV who are committed to developing leaders at all levels of the firm with strong industry relationships. Our team’s education credentials include engineering, planning, education, and economics. DKS actively supports all project managers with a robust set of systems, tools, and mentors. Our employees are encouraged to stay at the front of the industry by attending training, participating in professional organizations, and engaging in DKS’ technical discipline groups. DKS is committed to a “one company” experience, encouraging cross-training and cross-office project work, a practice that benefits both our clients and employees.
DKS’ Core Values permeate everything we do: Meaningful Difference, Expertise, Client Satisfaction, Opportunity, Trustworthy, and Teamwork.
What will you be doing?
- Develop local, regional or statewide TSMO/smart region plans
- Develop systems engineering documentation for complex projects involving transportation technology (e.g. projects involving connected or automated vehicles or shared use mobility). Includes feasibility studies, concepts of operation, functional requirements, system architectures, and system test plans.
- Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates for transportation or transit projects involving ITS/TSMO technologies, including communications networks
- Facilitates technical conversations with information technology (IT) professionals for communications network architecture and design
- Provide systems manager and construction engineering support for implementation of transportation technology projects (e.g. technology submittal reviews, verification/validation testing)
- Prepare requests for information (RFI) and requests for proposals for clients for transportation system or technology purchases (e.g. advanced transportation management system, transit computer aided dispatch system, variable speed limit management software)
- Assists clients with innovative project procurement, such as grant writing, and delivery approaches
- Strategize and plan for ITS/TSMO/Smart Cities initiatives
- Develop and maintain relationships within the transportation technology industry (e.g. agencies, auto manufacturers, third party data providers/software developers, transit)
- Actively participate in regional, state, or national committees or working groups aimed at advancing the state of the practice within transportation technology
- Bring innovation and creativity to expanding equity and sustainability in our projects and engagements
- Train, mentor, and coach junior DKS employees
Don’t meet every requirement? Studies show that women, communities of color and historically underrepresented talent are less likely to apply to a position unless they meet every single qualification of the job. At DKS Associates we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be just who we're looking for.
What are we looking for?
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation, or similar field (required)
- Professional Engineer (PE), Master’s Degree in related field, or equivalent experience desired
- 5+ years of experience in Transportation Industry, particularly in application of technologies
- Working knowledge of industry practices and regulations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Project management experience on small to medium sized projects
- Comfort with public speaking, client meetings, and public meetings
- Leadership experience with the interest to coach, counsel, and influence others
- Commitment to professional growth to support DKS core values
What are our Benefits?
DKS offers its employee-owners a comprehensive benefits package. We have designed a benefit plan we are proud of. One that encourages happy, healthy, and engaged employee-owners. We offer:
- 10 Vacation Days & 8.66 Sick Pay Days
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Employer paid Disability, Life, AD&D Insurance Coverage
- 100% DKS paid Medical Premium for our employee-owners
- 80% DKS paid Medical Premium for spouse and dependents of our employee-owners
- Extremely affordable Dental, & Vision Plans
- Flexible Spending Account (Health Care & Dependent Care), Transit Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account Options
- Paid Jury/Witness Duty
- Paid Bereavement
- Leave without Pay
- Transit Subsidy
- Pre-tax Commuter Option
- Referral Bonus Program
- DKS funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401k Pre-tax and Roth options
- Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
Our Commitment to your Professional Growth
- Training & Educational Assistance
- Professional Registration Award
- Technical & Professional Societies
- Conferences & Seminars
- Annual Bonus Program
- Years of Service Awards
- Hybrid Work Schedule
Pay Range:
Engineer: $141,100 - $186,800 per year
DKS Associates is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age.
