Executive Project Manager

Econolite is an innovator of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) solutions, products, and services. Our technology is helping save lives and making the Smart City a reality. If you want to be at the forefront of this intelligent technology revolution, we want to talk to you about being part of our team. Econolite is committed to employing the best talent that will make significant contributions to building a safer, connected world.

Econolite's ITS solutions ease traffic congestion, provide safer mobility, and improve quality of life. As the one-stop-shop leader for traffic management systems, sensor products, and services, Econolite is committed to the advancement of connected and autonomous vehicles, smart cities, and cybersecurity.

The Executive Project Manager (EPM) is a senior leadership role responsible for the delivery, growth, and long-term success of Econolite's largest, most complex, and most strategic ITS and traffic management programs. This role serves as both a delivery executive and business development leader, accountable for executing major programs using Centracs Mobility as the essential ATMS platform, while partnering closely with PTV Group to drive differentiated, analytics-enabled, and performance-based solutions in the marketplace.

Operating at the executive interface with state DOTs, MPOs, and major local agencies, the Executive Project Manager builds trusted advisor relationships, influences multi-year capital and operational investment decisions, and helps shape the strategic roadmap for Econolite's largest accounts. The role spans the full lifecycle-from pursuit and proposal strategy, through delivery and operations, to contract renewal, expansion, and follow-on work.

The initial assignment is located in Miami or surrounding area, with responsibility for major programs and strategic accounts nationwide.

DUTIES

Executive Program & Portfolio Leadership

• Provide executive oversight for large-scale, multi-year, multi-million-dollar ITS and ATMS programs from pursuit through delivery, operations, and long-term sustainment
• Serve as the senior accountable leader for program performance across scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, and customer satisfaction
• Establish and maintain governance structures, executive reporting, and escalation pathways for complex programs
• Lead, mentor, and support senior project managers, technical leads, and cross-functional delivery teams

Strategic Technical & Platform Leadership

• Champion Centracs Mobility as the core operational platform for enterprise-scale traffic management and TSMO programs
• Guide system architecture decisions across ATMS, controllers, communications, detection, analytics, and cloud/edge infrastructure
• Collaborate with PTV Group to integrate planning, modeling, simulation, forecasting, and digital-twin capabilities into operational programs
• Ensure solutions align with agency performance objectives, funding programs (IIJA/BIL, SMART Grants, CMAQ), and long-range TSMO strategies

Executive Customer Engagement

• Serve as a trusted advisor and executive point of contact for DOT leadership, TSMO directors, and agency stakeholders
• Build and maintain long-term strategic customer relationships beyond individual projects
• Facilitate alignment between agency leadership, operational staff, and technical teams
• Represent Econolite at industry forums, conferences, and strategic meetings to support brand leadership and market credibility

Business Development & Growth Leadership

• Support capture planning, pursuit strategy, and executive-level sales engagements for major opportunities
• Contribute to win strategies, value propositions, and differentiated solution narratives
• Lead or support executive customer briefings, workshops, and demonstrations showcasing Centracs Mobility and PTV capabilities
• Identify opportunities for contract expansions, renewals, task orders, and follow-on programs within existing accounts
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Executive Leadership to shape account growth strategies and market positioning

Proposal, Contract & Delivery Support

• Review and shape major bids, RFP responses, and contract strategies for large-scale programs
• Contribute to technical concepts, system architectures, phasing strategies, and risk mitigation approaches
• Support pricing strategies, cost modeling, and subcontractor/partner alignment
• Assist with contract negotiations, scope definition, and change management strategies
• Ensure consistent application of Econolite quality, safety, and risk management processes across major programs
• Provide executive support during critical milestones, system cutovers, and high-visibility operational events
• Promote continuous improvement, lessons learned, and best practices across the Professional Services organization

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience & Education

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in transportation, ITS, or infrastructure technology
• Demonstrated leadership of large, complex, multi-stakeholder transportation programs
• Extensive experience working directly with state DOTs and major public agencies
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, transportation, or a related field required
• Advanced degree, Professional Engineer (PE), and/or PMP certification preferred

Technical & Industry Expertise

• Deep understanding of traffic management systems, ATMS platforms, and operational TSMO programs
• Strong technical foundation in traffic signal systems, communications, and ITS infrastructure
• Familiarity with traffic modeling, simulation, and analytics solutions; experience with PTV tools strongly preferred
• Ability to translate technical capabilities into executive-level value propositions and measurable performance outcomes

Executive & Business Leadership Skills

• Proven success supporting business development, capture efforts, and strategic account growth
• Ability to operate credibly at the executive level with customers, partners, and internal leadership
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing large program budgets and forecasts
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term vision and near-term execution

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work in field and operational environments as required
• Safety-sensitive position; may include visits to active traffic facilities and intersections
• Ability to travel extensively and work in varying environmental conditions

BUSINESS TRAVEL & HOURS

• Approximately 25% - 50% travel, or as needed, to project locations, customer sites, and company facilities

PRE-EMPLOYMENT

All candidates who accept employment will be subject to a background investigation and drug screening. For applicable roles, candidates who accept employment will also be subject to a Motor Vehicle/Driving Record screening.

BENEFITS

This role is eligible for benefits: weekly pay, weekly PTO accrual, paid holidays. Various medical plans, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, direct deposit. Basic life, LTD, 401k discretionary match. Other voluntary benefits include: Identity theft protection.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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