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# Project Manager (Transportation Sector / PMP)

- **Company:** Trigyn Technologies
- **Location:** Albany, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Communications Protocols, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Operational Systems, Data Management
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/0d939936-b5b3-4d47-aeb2-b51dedd690d3

## About the Role

? Plans, organizes and integrates cross-functional information technology projects that are significant in scope and impact.
? Candidate is able to provide guidance to large teams and/or has extensive industry experience and is considered at the top of his/her field.

? 84 months of experience in Program and Project Planning and Execution with changing project requirements.
? 84 months of experience managing projects that involve Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) Integration and Operations preferably in the transportation sector that includes cross-functional (business, technical, security and vendor) teams.
? 72 months of experience managing projects specific to transportation operations, traffic management, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS).
? 72 months of experience with Stakeholder Management and Communication by developing and maintaining a stakeholder engagement plan, conflict resolution, documentation management, and regular reporting both written and verbal.
? 60 months of experience with Performance Measurement and Reporting
? 60 months of experience with process improvement evaluation and identification including project processes and methodologies, and post-project reviews.
? 48 months of experience in IT infrastructure and OT systems including cybersecurity principles and best practices in each.

MUST hold these:
? Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field
? Project Management Professional (PMP)

## Description

This role is responsible for the successful execution of a portfolio of projects that collectively achieve a significant strategic business outcome, ensuring synergy, efficiency, and alignment across both IT and OT domains working with cross-functional teams. This role will champion Project Management principles while navigating the unique complexities and safety-critical nature of transportation technologies, and is critical in ensuring the successful planning, execution, and delivery of complex technology initiatives., Project Planning and Strategy:
? Define Project Scope and Objectives: Clearly articulate the goals, deliverables, and boundaries of IT/OT projects within the Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) context, aligning them with organizational strategies and transportation needs.
? Develop Project Plans: Create comprehensive project plans, including detailed work breakdown structures (WBS), timelines, resource allocation, budget forecasts, and risk management strategies.
? Stakeholder Identification and Engagement: Identify all relevant stakeholders (e.g., transportation agencies, IT departments, OT engineers, vendors, public users) and establish effective communication channels and engagement strategies.
? Technology Assessment and Selection: Evaluate and recommend appropriate IT and OT technologies, considering factors like integration capabilities, scalability, security, reliability, and cost-effectiveness for TSMO applications.
? Requirements Gathering: Elicit and document detailed functional and non-functional requirements for both IT and OT systems, ensuring they meet operational needs and regulatory compliance.
? Develop Business Cases and ROI Analysis: Justify project investments by developing business cases and analyzing the potential return on investment.

Project Execution and Management:
? Team Leadership and Management: Guide and motivate cross-functional project teams, including IT professionals, OT engineers, software developers, system integrators, and subject matter experts.
? Resource Management: Allocate and manage human resources, equipment, and materials to ensure project objectives are met within budget and schedule.
? Budget and Cost Control: Monitor project expenditures, manage budgets, and implement cost-control measures to ensure projects remain financially viable.
? Schedule Management: Develop and maintain project schedules, track progress, identify potential delays, and implement corrective actions.
? Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, developing contingency plans to address potential issues.
? Quality Assurance and Control: Establish and enforce quality standards for all project deliverables, ensuring they meet performance, reliability, and security requirements.
? Vendor Management: Oversee the selection, contracting, and performance of third-party vendors and suppliers involved in IT/OT solutions.
? Change Management: Implement a structured change management process to assess, approve, and implement changes to project scope, schedule, or budget.

IT/OT Integration and Operations:
? Bridging IT and OT: Facilitate integration between IT systems (e.g., data management, analytics, communication platforms) and OT systems (e.g., traffic signals, sensors, control systems).
? Cybersecurity Integration: Ensure that cybersecurity principles and best practices are integrated into both IT and OT project designs and implementations, addressing the unique vulnerabilities of OT environments.
? Data Management and Analytics: Oversee the collection, storage, processing, and analysis of data generated by TSMO systems to support decision-making and operational improvements.
? System Performance Monitoring: Establish metrics and processes for monitoring the performance and reliability of integrated IT/OT systems.
? Operational Readiness: Ensure that systems are fully tested, documented, and ready for deployment and ongoing operation.

Communication and Reporting:
? Regular Reporting: Provide project status reports, verbal and written, to senior management, stakeholders, and project teams.
? Facilitate Meetings: Organize and guide project meetings, discussions and action items.
? Conflict Resolution: Address and resolve conflicts among team members or stakeholders.
? Documentation Management: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including plans, reports, meeting minutes, and technical specifications.

Domain Expertise and Continuous Improvement:
? Transportation Systems.
? Knowledge of IT/OT Technologies: Stay abreast of emerging IT and OT technologies relevant to TSMO, including IoT, AI/ML, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and communication protocols.
? Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate project processes and methodologies to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices.
? Lessons Learned: Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and apply them to future projects.


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