Full-Time

Transit Planning Project Manager

Updated on 1/31/2025

Benesch

Benesch

501-1,000 employees

Engineering and consulting for community infrastructure

Consulting
Government & Public Sector

Expert

Cincinnati, OH, USA

This position will report to the Cincinnati office 2-3 days a week.

Category
Project Management
Business & Strategy

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 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 and transit planning concepts, practices, and procedures. Experience with technology-based on-demand transit services is preferred.
  • General project management experience including project staffing, budgeting/cost control, schedule adherence, and quality control.
  • Knowledge of FTA, ODOT regulations, policies, and procedures, transit regulatory compliance or financial considerations, and/or transit 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.
Responsibilities
  • Participate or lead transit planning and operational studies for transit systems of varying sizes and services across the US.
  • 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.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with technology-based on-demand transit services is preferred.
  • AICP preferred.

Benesch enhances community infrastructure across the United States by providing engineering and consulting services. The company focuses on various sectors, including transportation, aviation, bridges, railroads, roadways, and transit systems, as well as community planning, education, parks and recreation, private development, and environmental services. Benesch's approach includes a thorough evaluation of ADA compliance, ensuring accessibility in public facilities and transportation systems. Their team of multidisciplinary experts collaborates to deliver comprehensive solutions to complex infrastructure challenges. Revenue is generated through project-based contracts, primarily from large-scale infrastructure projects, which fosters long-term client relationships and repeat business. The goal of Benesch is to improve community infrastructure with high-quality, sustainable solutions.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1946

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What believers are saying

  • The Biden administration's infrastructure bill offers new contract opportunities for Benesch.
  • Rising demand for climate-resilient infrastructure aligns with Benesch's environmental services expertise.
  • Smart city projects create opportunities for Benesch to integrate advanced technologies.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging firms offering similar services at lower costs threaten Benesch's market share.
  • Municipalities forming in-house teams may reduce demand for Benesch's consulting services.
  • AI-driven design tools could disrupt traditional engineering roles, affecting Benesch's offerings.

What makes Benesch unique

  • Benesch specializes in ADA compliance, ensuring accessibility in public infrastructure projects.
  • The firm offers multidisciplinary solutions across transportation, aviation, and environmental sectors.
  • Benesch's holistic approach integrates community planning with engineering for sustainable outcomes.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Work Hours

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Professional Development Budget

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

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