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.

This position will be responsible to provide Project Management and capable technical duties to support the management of strategically important Traffic System and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), Construction, Maintenance and Integration projects. 

DUTIES

• Responsible to provide project management and senior leadership to support the management of project outcomes in accordance with contract scope, schedule, budget, and contract terms; includes material procurement, subcontract management, billing, scheduling.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers; ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Build and maintain positive relationships within local team.
• Manage and maintain project resources including materials, fleet and equipment.
• Responsible for management of projects – including developing and updating project schedules, leading project meetings with customers, subcontractors and vendors; maintaining required project documentation (meeting minutes, material packing slips, subcontracts, certificates of insurance, etc.)
• Ensure local team receives necessary training and certifications, and participates in required safety meetings.
• Performs other duties as required and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field with 5 years of experience
• Must have project management experience, knowledge of project management principles and practices. 
• Ability to work as part of a cooperative team.
• Highly motivated, energetic, and self-disciplined
• Traffic or Intelligent Transportation System operations, maintenance and construction experience preferred.
• Proficiency in relevant software applications including office automation, scheduling software and other project management tools.
• Must have an acceptable DMV record to meet company driving standards.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting, typically 6-8 hours per day, while working at a desk or computer.
• Frequent use of hands for typing, writing, and handling office tools or equipment.
• Occasionally lifting or moving office supplies or equipment, typically weighing up to 20 pounds.

BUSINESS TRAVEL

• Travel to project locations and company facilities across the various counties within the Tampa area as needed.

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.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, lactation, ancestry/national origin, citizenship, age, disability, arrest and court records, military & veteran's status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, or any other classification protected by state or federal law.

We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

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