Lee County
Overview
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Traffic Project Manager
role at
Lee County . This range is provided by Lee County. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$65,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Lee County. Why Choose This Role?
Real-World Engineering Impact:
Apply your education and skills in active traffic operations and projects that affect thousands of drivers daily. Hands-On Mentorship:
Learn directly from experienced PE-licensed engineers, including the County Traffic Engineer. Career Development Path:
This position is designed to evolve into a leadership or supervisory role as you progress toward or beyond your PE license. Collaborative, Mission-Driven Team:
Join a supportive team of engineers and technicians dedicated to improving public infrastructure. Work with Advanced Systems:
Gain experience with a countywide fiber-optic-connected ITS network, signal retiming programs, and data-driven transportation planning. Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in setting priorities and developing plans for roadway, signal, and system improvements. Conduct traffic field reviews and support traffic operations and safety studies. Help monitor and adjust traffic signal timing, including response to special events or incidents. Contribute to a corridor retiming program to optimize operations across 450+ signals. Participate in inter-agency committees (CTST, TMOC, BPAC, etc.) and public engagement. Manage and analyze traffic volume and condition data; contribute to annual reports. Review roadway construction plans with attention to traffic safety and multimodal accommodations. Prepare and present technical reports and recommendations for roadway improvements. Respond to citizen requests and perform investigations related to traffic concerns. Perform related work as assigned. Education, Experience, Licensing
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or a closely related field), or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 2 years of experience in engineering, project management, or a related field. Possession of a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required. Preferred Qualifications Engineering Intern (EI/EIT) certification with the ability to obtain a Florida Professional Engineer (PE) License upon meeting the required experience and testing criteria. A bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program (or equivalent) is required for PE licensure. Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida. A bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program (or equivalent) is required for PE licensure. Professional Engineer (PE) license in any U.S. state, with the ability to obtain a Florida PE license upon meeting the required endorsement criteria. A bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program (or equivalent) is required for PE licensure. Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification is a plus. Supplemental Information
What You’ll Gain A deep understanding of traffic engineering principles in a government/public setting. Supervisory and project leadership skills for future advancement. The opportunity to represent Lee County in legal or policy discussions as a licensed PE. A career track within a growing and well-supported DOT organization. Work Schedule
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Emergency Response/Recovery Activities: All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Note: The above information is a general overview of the role and is not a comprehensive inventory of duties. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to pre-employment drug screening. Veterans and eligible family members may receive preference in employment. Key Attributes
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function/Industries: Government Administration and Engineering Services
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Join to apply for the
Traffic Project Manager
role at
Lee County . This range is provided by Lee County. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$65,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Lee County. Why Choose This Role?
Real-World Engineering Impact:
Apply your education and skills in active traffic operations and projects that affect thousands of drivers daily. Hands-On Mentorship:
Learn directly from experienced PE-licensed engineers, including the County Traffic Engineer. Career Development Path:
This position is designed to evolve into a leadership or supervisory role as you progress toward or beyond your PE license. Collaborative, Mission-Driven Team:
Join a supportive team of engineers and technicians dedicated to improving public infrastructure. Work with Advanced Systems:
Gain experience with a countywide fiber-optic-connected ITS network, signal retiming programs, and data-driven transportation planning. Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in setting priorities and developing plans for roadway, signal, and system improvements. Conduct traffic field reviews and support traffic operations and safety studies. Help monitor and adjust traffic signal timing, including response to special events or incidents. Contribute to a corridor retiming program to optimize operations across 450+ signals. Participate in inter-agency committees (CTST, TMOC, BPAC, etc.) and public engagement. Manage and analyze traffic volume and condition data; contribute to annual reports. Review roadway construction plans with attention to traffic safety and multimodal accommodations. Prepare and present technical reports and recommendations for roadway improvements. Respond to citizen requests and perform investigations related to traffic concerns. Perform related work as assigned. Education, Experience, Licensing
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or a closely related field), or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 2 years of experience in engineering, project management, or a related field. Possession of a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required. Preferred Qualifications Engineering Intern (EI/EIT) certification with the ability to obtain a Florida Professional Engineer (PE) License upon meeting the required experience and testing criteria. A bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program (or equivalent) is required for PE licensure. Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida. A bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program (or equivalent) is required for PE licensure. Professional Engineer (PE) license in any U.S. state, with the ability to obtain a Florida PE license upon meeting the required endorsement criteria. A bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program (or equivalent) is required for PE licensure. Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification is a plus. Supplemental Information
What You’ll Gain A deep understanding of traffic engineering principles in a government/public setting. Supervisory and project leadership skills for future advancement. The opportunity to represent Lee County in legal or policy discussions as a licensed PE. A career track within a growing and well-supported DOT organization. Work Schedule
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Emergency Response/Recovery Activities: All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Note: The above information is a general overview of the role and is not a comprehensive inventory of duties. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to pre-employment drug screening. Veterans and eligible family members may receive preference in employment. Key Attributes
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function/Industries: Government Administration and Engineering Services
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