Transit Planning Project Manager

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. Diverse ideas come from diverse people, and we are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Transit Planning Project Manager 

We have a career opportunity for a Transit Planning Project Manager in our Cincinnati office! This position will be under the guidance of the Transit Group Manager or Senior Project Manager and will coordinate with other Project Managers and Transit Team members as needed. This position has the opportunity for great career progression, working on challenging projects for a wide range of public sector clients. 

Location

This position will report to our Cincinnati office 2-3 days a week. Other days will be worked remotely. 

The Impact You Will Have

• 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.

What We Are Looking For

• 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. #LI-MF1

Explore the Benefits of Working at Benesch! 

At Benesch, we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, understanding that their well-being is crucial for both personal and professional success. We offer a range of benefits for eligible employees, including insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support a healthy lifestyle and can be customized to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to learn more about some of the benefits of working at Benesch! 

Professional Development 

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions 
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement

Retirement Benefits 

• Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
• Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)