Transportation Planning Project Manager

Transit Planning Project Manager We have a career opportunity for a Transit Planning Project Manager in our Miami office This position will be under the guidance of the Group Manager or Senior Project Manager and will coordinate with other Project Managers and team members as needed. This position has the opportunity for great career progression, working on challenging projects for a wide range of public sector clients. Location This position will report to our Miami office 2-3 days a week. Other days may be worked remotely. The Impact You Will Have Participate or lead transportation planning projects for a variety of public agency clients in the South Florida market. Prepare, review, and oversee quality control/assurance for project deliverables Serve as a liaison with key clients to coordinate Benesch projects and assist in project delivery Mentor, guide, and develop other staff Contribute to business development activities such as developing project teams, leading pursuit strategies, and proposal writing What We Are Looking For 10+ years of experience in a similar role Bachelor's or master's degree in planning, Geography, Engineering, or related field Strong understanding of transportation planning concepts, practices, and procedures. Experience managing multimodal transportation projects is preferred General project management experience including project staffing, budgeting/cost control, schedule adherence, and quality control Knowledge of Miami-Dade County, FDOT regulations, policies, and procedures, and/or agency experience a plus AICP preferred Strong technical, communication, and writing skills Ability to identify business needs and opportunities and effectively forge client and teaming relationships Expertise with Microsoft Office Explore the Benefits of Working at Benesch At Benesch, we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, understanding that their well-being is crucial for both personal and professional success. We offer a range of benefits for eligible employees, including insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support a healthy lifestyle and can be customized to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to learn more about some of the benefits of working at Benesch Professional Development Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions Personalized training and career development plans with your manager Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement Retirement Benefits Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%) Work/Life Balance Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role) Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement Employee Engagement At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives. We support a variety of programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace. If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here. Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found. Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment. 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