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Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Director

ICF International, Inc.
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2026
{"description": " Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Director

Location : The position location is flexible, but location in the mid-Atlantic states is preferred (Maryland, Virginia, Washington DC, North Carolina). Both remote work and location in one of ICF's offices are possible.

ICF is seeking an Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Director grow and lead work within our transportation group. ICF's transportation group works with clients to support effective transportation planning and program implementation, drawing on deep expertise in policy, technology, data analytics, environmental and energy issues, resiliency, and communications. We need a dynamic, strategic, and growth-oriented executive to expand our growing ITS footprint across the United States, diversity our client base, and broaden the suite of services provided to state and local transportation agencies.

The selected candidate will be an established professional with a proven track record of developing and implementing strategies that drive significant and sustained growth. This individual must exhibit strong leadership qualities and should be highly collaborative, as he/she must work closely with ICF practice leaders, project managers, business development units, as well as our clients and strategic teaming partners.

We are looking for a candidate who brings their own well-established business network and who has at least 12 years of experience working with federal, state and local clients, with a specific focus on selling and delivering ITS strategy, planning, and implementation services. Ideally this candidate has experience across transportation modes and has worked extensively at federal, statewide, and metropolitan scales.

As the ITS Director, you will:
  • Grow our sales pipeline through the identification and qualification of new business opportunities that are consistent with strategic priorities for ICF's transportation practice.
  • Conduct and support client engagement activities to strengthen our relationships with our clients and increase our understanding of their needs.
  • Lead and support proposal development.
  • Serve in a project director, project manager, or senior advisory role for selected projects, consistent with strategic priorities.
  • Provide strategic and business vision to reflect the evolving needs of the ITS industry
  • Leverage the capabilities of other ICF practice areas including digital modernization, cybersecurity, outreach and engagement, data and AI, etc. to continually advance and grow ICF's ITS portfolio.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and 12 years of experience working with federal, state and local clients, with a specific focus on transportation innovation and technology related projects.
  • Proven technical and management experience in leading teams and projects in the areas of vehicle automation and connectivity, transportation system operations, and emerging mobility planning, pilots and deployment.
  • Expertise in ITS systems engineering, architecture, and standards.
  • Strong understanding and active networking within the ITS industry that includes working relationships with vehicle manufacturers, trucking fleets, and ITS system developers and vendors.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 15 years of experience working with federal, state and local clients, with a specific focus on transportation innovation and technology related projects.

Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$131,256.00 - $223,134.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)", "salary_raw": "USD 131,256.00 - 223,134.00 per year"}

Salary : $131,256 - $223,134

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