Engineer Assoc Program Manager I/KTC

Job Title
Engineer Assoc Program Manager I/KTC


Requisition Number
RE48245


Working Title
Program Manager


Department Name
8H060:Kentucky Transportation Center


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
50


Salary Range
$81,640-138,798/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

PhD



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

3 yrs



Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

This job has some lifting, pushing, and may have pulling of objects up to 50 lbs., sitting for long periods of time, and you will be required to travel.



Shift

Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm



Job Summary

The Engineering Program Manager will apply advanced knowledge of transportation engineering principles and research practices to address technical issues and challenges impacting the Technology Transfer Program (T2). As an experienced Licensed Professional Engineer, the Engineering Program Manager is equipped to resolve unique challenges and lead innovative solutions for local transportation agencies and is expected to stay current on emerging practices and methods to recommended new approaches or adjustments to current practices within T2. The engineering program manager will maintain regular interaction with local and state government officials, consultants, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and effective project execution.

This position will represent the program through state and national presentations and represent T2 at various conferences and professional events to foster strategic partnerships. In addition to maintaining technical expertise, the Engineering Program Manager will oversee projects within the Local Government Outreach Program and others to ensure compliance with program goals. This individual will supervise a team of engineers, technicians, and researchers while ensuring adherence to critical research project management practices and program schedules and budgets. This individual remains a recognized expert at the state level, contributing to national technical committees, publishing research, and mentoring the next generation of engineers.

There is an internal employee being considered (IEBC).



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

Experience in Traffic and Safety Research

Driver’s license, preferred



Deadline to Apply
12/08/2024


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