TSPLOST Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Projects That Move Sandy Springs Forward

Are you passionate about delivering transportation projects that make a lasting impact on a community? The City of Sandy Springs is seeking an experienced TSPLOST Project Manager to assist the Unit Manager in the management of a variety of TSPLOST transportation projects and activities.

In this role, you'll oversee projects from concept through completion, collaborating with engineers, consultants, contractors, utility providers, elected officials, and community stakeholders to successfully deliver transportation improvements funded through TSPLOST, SPLOST, ARPA, grants, and other funding sources.

If you're a collaborative project manager who enjoys solving complex challenges, managing multiple high-impact projects, and seeing your work improve the daily lives of residents, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a TSPLOST Project Manager, you will:

• Manage transportation capital improvement projects from planning and design through construction and project closeout while maintaining schedules and budgets.
• Develop project scopes, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), bid documents, and procurement materials.
• Manage engineering consultants, contractors, utility companies, and project stakeholders throughout all phases of delivery.
• Review engineering plans, specifications, schedules, cost estimates, and change orders to ensure quality and compliance.
• Coordinate permitting, right-of-way acquisition, utility relocations, and regulatory approvals.
• Conduct field visits and construction inspections to monitor project progress and resolve issues.
• Prepare presentations, technical reports, budget updates, and project recommendations for City leadership, advisory boards, elected officials, and the public.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects, responding to inquiries from residents, developers, consultants, and contractors.
• Monitor project budgets, invoices, funding requirements, and expenditures to ensure responsible stewardship of public funds.
• Support emergency operations and participate in rotational after-hours on-call responsibilities as assigned.

What We're Looking ForMinimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to operate a City vehicle.
• Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in civil or transportation engineering.
• Strong technical knowledge of roadway, intersection, sidewalk, and multi-use path design and construction.
• Experience creating and/or reviewing transportation design plans.
• Experience managing projects through the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) Plan Development Process (PDP).
• Demonstrated success managing multiple transportation projects with various funding sources while delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Experience presenting technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Project.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Georgia Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience working in local government.
• Familiarity with Unity Construct, e-Builder, or similar project management software.
• Experience working with transportation design consultants in Georgia.

Why Join the City of Sandy Springs?

At the City of Sandy Springs, you'll have the opportunity to lead meaningful infrastructure projects that directly improve the quality of life for nearly 110,000 residents. You'll work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where innovation, public service, and professional growth are valued.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 10 Paid Holidays plus 1 Floating Holiday
• Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• City-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Benefits:
  • City contributes 12% to a 401(a) retirement plan
  • City matches up to 5% of employee contributions to a 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,250 annually )
• Identity Theft Protection
• On-site Employee Fitness Center
• FirstNet Discount Program

About Sandy Springs

The City of Sandy Springs is Georgia's sixth-largest city and is nationally recognized for its innovative approach to local government. Our employees are dedicated to delivering exceptional public service while building a vibrant, connected, and thriving community.

The City of Sandy Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Due to the number of job applications received, we are unable to accept phone calls or emails regarding the status of applications. Each applicant will receive notification at the time of applying and when a hiring decision has been made.

Monday - Friday, 8a-5p; On-call support up to one (1) week per month.