Transportation Project Manager – TIA Program

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Mexico.

📋 Description

• Oversee the implementation of all Heart of Georgia Altamaha TIA 2 (2023–2032) transportation initiatives.

• Conduct weekly coordination meetings with GDOT, consultants, and project stakeholders.

• Monitor project timelines, milestones, budgets, and deliverables.

• Track GDOT-let design and construction initiatives, identifying potential risks or scheduling impacts.

• Collaborate with local governments on transportation projects that are locally let.

• Create resurfacing bid packages for GDOT-let projects.

• Review and authorize resurfacing bid packages prepared by local governments.

• Review and approve invoices from consultants and local governments.

• Assist in program reporting, budget oversight, and project documentation.

• Act as the main point of contact between GDOT, local governments, consultants, and stakeholders.

• Facilitate communication and resolution of project-related issues.

• Support transportation enhancement projects throughout the Heart of Georgia Altamaha area.

• Manage moderately complex projects involving various stakeholders, agencies, and regional collaboration.

• Supervise design, construction, maintenance, and resurfacing activities.

• Oversee project delivery from initiation to closeout, where applicable.

• Provide guidance and coordination to technical staff, consultants, and project support teams.

• Operate autonomously in everyday project management while receiving technical direction on complex issues.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Transportation, or a related discipline, along with 4 years of experience in roadway construction, transportation project management, maintenance, or a related field; or a proven equivalent combination of education and experience.

• A valid U.S. Driver’s License is necessary for visiting project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.

• Must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Records review as a condition of employment.

• Experience in coordinating with government entities, consultants, contractors, and local stakeholders.

• Strong organizational, communication, and project management abilities.

• Preferred: Experience with GDOT roadway construction, maintenance, or transportation program management.

• Preferred: Background in managing transportation improvement or capital programs.

• Understanding of GDOT project development and delivery processes.

• Experience with pavement condition assessment and pavement management programs.

• Proficient in developing, reviewing, and managing resurfacing bid packages.

• Familiarity with transportation funding programs, including Transportation Investment Act (TIA) projects.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an advantage.

• Must be based in Georgia.

• U.S. employment authorization is required; sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

• Relocation assistance is not an option.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits.

• Paid time off.

• Leaves of absence.

• Voluntary benefits and perks.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Well-being resources.

• Employee assistance program.

• Business travel insurance.

• Service recognition awards.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Employee stock purchase plan.

• Award-winning training and development initiatives.

• In-person onboarding starting on Day 1.