Planning Project Manager

Posting Date 07/14/26 Application Deadline 07/21/26 Pay Range $75,000 - $121,000 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Job Type Unclassified Department Transportation About the Position Make a difference in the lives of the County roadway users and join the MCDOT Planning team as a Planning Project Manager. Work hand in hand with Planners, Engineers, and Designers on developing guidelines and standards to meet the needs of travelers today, tomorrow, and into the future. In this role, you will coordinate with local and regional stakeholders to plan and develop a connected regional roadway network. About Us We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including an incentive Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Three years of transportation planning experience Bachelor's degree in Planning, Engineering, or a closely related field Postgraduate degrees or professional-level-related transportation experience may substitute for education or experience on a year-for-year basis Other Requirements Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire. We Also Value Experience working with a state, regional, or local government Experience writing/editing technical documentation for planning studies and grant applications Experience working/editing/creating in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) platforms Job Contributions Provide professional transportation planning services in the review and evaluation of roadway designs, plans, and technical documents that support the development of a comprehensive, consistent, and well-planned transportation system; assure project plans are in conformance with Department goals, and in compliance with local, state, and Federal regulations Manage transportation planning projects; prepare the scope of work and coordinate with Finance Division to assure proper procedures are followed; administer contracts in accordance with the Maricopa County Procurement Code; may review project work and coordinate with contractors to assure product is delivered in compliance with specifications; review and process contractor invoicing Prepare planning project technical documents, specifications, schedules, and budgets; negotiate contracts and agreements; monitor work and report project status; assure projects meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements Engage stakeholders for input in planning projects to ensure all issues, plans, and standards are considered in the development of projects Present transportation planning project issues at public meetings and board meetings; assure effective communication of project issues; represent the county at agency and board meetings, and state and regional advisory and planning groups Conduct transportation planning research, compile data, and generate reports on a variety of issues related to transportation systems, asset management, land use, hydrology and drainage, or economic studies Develop and present professional-quality staff reports on transportation project plans, recommendations, and project status; develop maps and other graphic presentations to illustrate planning concepts and issues Coordinate with engineers, environmental professionals, communication staff, and other specialists required to complete projects Act as a liaison for Capital Improvement Projects at the local, regional, and state levels Other job duties as assigned Working Conditions Exerting up to 10 pounds occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software, and Hardware Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) Geographical Information Systems Selection Procedure Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact View email address on click.appcast.io to initiate the interactive process. Apply Now! We are Maricopa County. Who is that, you may ask? Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona’s Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!