Listing Summary

Transportation Project Manager

Are you an experienced transportation professional passionate about designing and managing infrastructure projects? The City of Johns Creek seeks a Transportation Project Manager to oversee the design, development, and execution of transportation projects, ensuring compliance with relevant codes, standards, and processes. This position will be crucial in right-of-way acquisition, utility coordination, and collaboration with consultants, contractors, and government agencies to successfully deliver capital projects.

Key Responsibilities

•Develop and review project concepts and design drawings for transportation improvement projects, including drainage.
•Conduct site visits and field investigations to resolve design issues and ensure compliance with GDOT, MUTCD, and municipal design standards.
•Perform field investigations for road and intersection improvements, signage needs, maintenance issues, and erosion control.
•Utilize GIS analysis for transportation-related projects and prepare project databases, graphics, and maps.
•Coordinate with stakeholders through all project phases, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
•Assist in project meetings with design consultants, state and federal agencies, and local governments.
•Support right-of-way and utility coordination efforts, including research and tracking.
•Participate in contract procurement, including cost estimation, project scope development, and proposal evaluation.
•Monitor project budgets and schedules to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.
•Supervise consultant work and ensure compliance with federal and state regulatory requirements.
•Address concerns raised by residents and businesses, proposing and implementing solutions.
•Maintain an up-to-date understanding of transportation engineering standards and best practices.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

•Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
•Four (4) years of experience in transportation project management.
•Familiarity with GDOT Publications such as the Design Policy Manual, GDOT EDG, and GDOT PPG.
•Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

•Professional Engineering (PE) License.
•Six (6) years of experience in civil/transportation engineering.
•GDOT Local Administered Project (LAP) Training.
•GDOT Plan Development Process (PDP) Training.
•GDOT Right-of-Way Acquisition for Local Public Agencies Training.

Licenses and Certifications:

•Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia.

Skills and Competencies

•Strong knowledge of transportation engineering principles, codes, and ordinances.
•Ability to analyze, categorize, and prioritize data to inform project decisions.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•Proficiency in GIS analysis and project documentation.
•Strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
•Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.

Why Join Us?

•Work on impactful transportation projects that improve community infrastructure.
•Collaborate with a dynamic team of engineers, planners, and government agencies.
•Opportunities for professional growth and continued education.

Competitive salary and benefits package:

The City of Johns Creek offers a competitive salary and benefits package. We encourage you to apply if you are passionate about providing excellent support and possess the necessary qualifications.

Explore outstanding healthcare options and exceptional retirement benefits with the City of Johns Creek! Our comprehensive package includes a generous 12% contribution of your base pay to the 401a plan and a $1 for $1 match up to 5% in the 457(b) retirement plans, potentially totaling up to 22%! Access financial adviser services at no extra cost. Revel in a competitive salary package crafted to align with the unique responsibilities and benefits of the Transportation Project Manager.

We offer competitive wages starting from $41.04 to $46.73 per hour with a potential starting salary of $85,365 to $97,203 annualized for an 80-hour schedule. This position is non-exempt, and overtime may be required.

About Us:

The City of Johns Creek is a vibrant jewel nestled in the thriving northeast suburbs of Metro Atlanta. As the 10th largest city in Georgia, we take pride in our community of 82,000 residents and 260 dedicated employees who contribute to its growth and well-being. Established in December of 2006, Johns Creek has emerged as a beacon of safety in Georgia, consistently earning high marks on safewise.com's rankings. We are committed to upholding this reputation as we move forward. Johns Creek was ranked the #1 Best Atlanta Suburb in 2024 by livability.com and the #1 place to raise a family in Georgia by Niche.com. We aim to pioneer health, wellness, and innovation, continually drawing residents and businesses from all corners to call Johns Creek their home.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Johns Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, or any other class or status protected by law.

IMPORTANT: By submitting your resume online, you hereby authorize the City of Johns Creek to contact, obtain, and verify the accuracy of the information contained in this application from all previous employers, references, and educational institutions. You also release the City of Johns Creek and its representatives from liability for seeking, gathering, and using such information to make employment decisions and all other persons or organizations for providing such information. You understand that any misrepresentation or material omission made by you on this application will be sufficient cause for cancellation of this application or immediate termination of employment if you are employed, whenever it may be discovered.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information via this online portal. In fairness to other potential candidates for this position, unsolicited letters, emails, telephone calls, or in-person submissions will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed as received. The City reserves the right to close the position before the posted date if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received.

 

The City of Johns Creek is a drug free workplace and all positions are subject to the candidate successfully passing a background screening.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://johnscreekga.applicantpro.com/jobs/3648257-860135.html