Program Manager - Traffic

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 Inc, 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.