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Full-time
bachelor degree
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Year-end Office Closure, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance
Posted 32d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Program Manager is responsible for recruiting municipal and state agency clients while managing the delivery of advanced traffic operations and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) programs. They serve as the primary liaison between technical engineering teams and public stakeholders to improve regional mobility and safety.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, or Business Management, or 15+ years of leadership experience in TMC and Incident Management. Candidates must have at least 8 years of experience in traffic operations or ITS engineering and proficiency in ATMS and TMC software.
Full job description
WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER
LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.
WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT
At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:
Employee-owned. Client-focused
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact
POSITION OVERVIEW: As a Program Manager at LJA in our Transportation department, you will be responsible for recruiting new municipal, state, and regional agency clients while managing the delivery of advanced traffic operations and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) programs. You will serve as the primary relationship builder, bridging the gap between technical TMC engineering teams and public/private stakeholders to improve regional mobility, safety, and infrastructure efficiency.
A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:
Build and maintain relationships with state DOTs, transit agencies, municipal partners, and other key stakeholders to support transportation operations and growth initiatives
Identify new business opportunities and lead strategic pursuits for Traffic Management Center (TMC) operations, modernization programs, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) projects
Develop and present compelling proposals, funding applications, and client presentations that demonstrate technical expertise and operational value
Serve as a trusted advisor to agency leadership, first responders, traffic engineers, and community partners to support successful program outcomes
Foster regional collaboration by coordinating incident management efforts, data-sharing partnerships, and cross-jurisdictional transportation initiatives
Oversee daily TMC program delivery, including traffic monitoring, incident response operations, traveler information services, and technology deployments
Track budgets, resources, performance metrics, and service levels while providing regular updates and recommendations to client leadership
REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, Business Management, or a related field. Education may substituted for 15+ years in the TMC and Incident Management Leadership Role
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
8+ years of experience in traffic operations, ITS engineering, or TMC program management
Proficient in Transportation Management Center software, contract administration, and public-sector budgeting
Strong understanding of Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS), and video distribution frameworks
IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:
Proven track record of winning public sector infrastructure or transportation technology contracts
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to navigate complex political and bureaucratic agency environments
An existing professional network within state DOTs, metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs), or municipal traffic departments is highly desirable
LEVEL UP WITH LJA
At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.
Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA, and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.
Employee-Owned. Client Focused.
LJA is an employee-owned, full-service, comprehensive multi-disciplinary consulting firm. With offices across the southeastern US and beyond, LJA offers one-source, one-stop reliability for all of our clients, when and where they need us. We are organized around eight comprehensive sectors: Public Works, Transportation, Land Development, Energy, Environmental, Surveying, and Rail. Offering more than 300 diverse services, LJA can seamlessly build successful project teams with civil, structural, and electrical engineers, plus hydrologists, planners, landscape architects, construction managers, GIS designers, and surveyors. Our resources are leveraged across our company to deliver expertise-driven teams, increase responsiveness to your specific needs, and individualize project solutions.
For a listing of our current career opportunities, please visit www.LJA.com.
Offices: Multiple Locations, US · 3600 W Sam Houston Pkwy S, Suite 600, Houston, Texas 77042, US · 7500 Rialto Blvd, Building II, Suite 100, Austin, Texas 78735, US · 6060 N Central Expy, Suite 400, Dallas, Texas 75206, US · 2615 Calder Ave, Suite 500, Beaumont, Texas 77702, US
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