Job Description
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
Project Manager at LJA
Transportation , you will be responsible for leading and managing traffic engineering projects, including the design of traffic signals, timing plans, and traffic control systems, while supporting master-planned community traffic needs. You'll oversee daily operations of the Traffic group, managing engineers and technicians, developing department standards, and driving business development efforts.
A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE: - Manage and design traffic signal projects, signal timing and traffic control plans
- Works closely with Land Development Division on Master Planned Community traffic needs
- Develop standards and guidelines for Traffic Department
- Manages staff of Engineers and Technicians
- Oversees day to day operations of group including business development activities and project management responsibilities
REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS: - Bachelor of Science Degree, Civil Engineering is required
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer
- PTOE Certification is preferred
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: - 10+ years experience in the Traffic and Transportation field.
- Experience in signal design, timing, intersection improvements, singing/striping, work zones, technology/ITS, traffic simulation/modeling, traffic studies, and roadway safety
- Experience completing engineering studies including traffic impact analysis for private clients, signal warrant studies and traffic management plans.
- Experience with FDOT and local municipalities
- Proven experience in handling multiple tasks and deadlines
- Strong communication skills to interact with clients and internal employees
- Ability to build strong relationships
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.
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Job Tags
Work at office, Local area