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What does a transportation systems manager do?

A Transportation Systems Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the operations of transportation networks, which can include public transit systems, freight logistics, or company vehicle fleets. They analyze transportation data, coordinate schedules, manage budgets, implement safety protocols, and work to improve efficiency and reliability. This role often involves collaborating with government agencies, vendors, and internal teams to ensure smooth and cost-effective transportation services. Additionally, they may be involved in adopting new technologies and sustainable practices to enhance system performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a transportation systems manager?

To thrive as a Transportation Systems Manager, you need expertise in transportation planning, logistics, and regulatory compliance, usually backed by a degree in transportation, engineering, or logistics management. Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS), fleet tracking software, and data analysis tools is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you coordinate teams and manage stakeholder relationships. These skills are crucial for optimizing operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and achieving efficient, cost-effective transportation solutions.

What are some common challenges transportation systems managers face when coordinating with multiple departments and external partners?

Transportation Systems Managers often navigate the complexities of aligning goals and processes across various internal teams—such as logistics, IT, and operations—as well as with external stakeholders like vendors and government agencies. Effective communication and project management skills are essential to ensure that system upgrades, policy changes, and daily operations run smoothly. Balancing competing priorities and addressing unexpected disruptions, such as equipment failures or regulatory changes, are frequent challenges that require adaptability and proactive problem-solving.

What is the difference between Transportation Systems Manager vs Transportation Coordinator?

AspectTransportation Systems ManagerTransportation Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, or transportation; certifications like CPT or CLTD are commonOften requires a high school diploma or associate’s degree; certifications like TSC or CTP are advantageous
Work EnvironmentOversees transportation operations, manages teams, and develops strategies in corporate or logistics companiesCoordinates daily transportation activities, schedules, and communication between drivers and clients
Employer & IndustryUsed in logistics, supply chain, and transportation companiesCommon in shipping, freight, and distribution industries

The Transportation Systems Manager focuses on strategic planning, system optimization, and team management, while the Transportation Coordinator handles daily scheduling and operational coordination. Both roles are essential in transportation logistics but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What cities in Texas are hiring for Transportation Systems Manager jobs?

Cities in Texas with the most Transportation Systems Manager job openings:

Project Manager - Intelligent Transportation Systems

Houston, TX • On-site

Ardurra Group, Inc.
Business Management Consulting • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Ardurra is seeking a Project Manager to join our Transportation team in Houston, TX, supporting Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) projects. This position is open to remote applicants.
Ardurra is a multidisciplinary civil engineering services firm which provides broad-based solutions tailored to the specific needs of the public and private sector. We leverage the depth of our professional and technical expertise, as well as our integrated structure, to deliver practical, innovative solutions for our clients.
We have been creating opportunities for our employees to develop both personally and professionally. As a result, our team has contributed to some of the nation's most important infrastructure projects. These are projects that can positively impact people's lives.
Primary Function
This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead technology-driven transportation infrastructure projects that improve safety, mobility, and overall system performance. The Project Manager will oversee Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) projects from planning and design through construction support while coordinating with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary project teams.
The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, project management experience, and a passion for delivering innovative transportation solutions for public agency clients.
Primary Responsibilities
  • Manage ITS projects for municipal and transportation agency clients
  • Lead project scope, schedule, budget, and overall delivery
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, subconsultants, and technical staff
  • Oversee design efforts involving ITS infrastructure, signal systems, electrical systems, illumination, signing and pavement markings, traffic control plans, and operational improvements
  • Support systems engineering, operational analysis, quantities, specifications, estimates, and QA/QC activities
  • Participate in client meetings, presentations, and stakeholder coordination
  • Monitor project financial performance and manage project controls
  • Mentor engineers and technical staff while ensuring compliance with applicable standards and specifications
  • Support proposal development, statements of qualifications, and business development efforts
  • Collaborate with leadership and clients to identify opportunities for continued growth

Education and Experience Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program required
  • Advanced degree in Engineering or a related field preferred
  • 10+ years of experience in transportation engineering with emphasis on ITS and traffic operations required
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas required, or ability to obtain Texas licensure through reciprocity within six months
  • Experience supporting ITS, signal, and transportation technology projects required
  • PTOE (Professional Traffic Operations Engineer) certification preferred
  • PMP certification preferred
  • Experience managing project scope, schedule, and budget required
  • Experience with TxDOT Group 7 work categories preferred
  • Experience working with TxDOT, municipalities, and public agency clients throughout Texas preferred
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and maintain strong client relationships

Why Ardurra?
While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We're not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.
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