Application Guide

How to Apply for State Traffic/ITS Leader - REMOTE

at AECOM

🏢 About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm focused on delivering sustainable solutions that leave positive legacies. What makes them unique is their commitment to innovation in transportation infrastructure and their extensive portfolio of state and local agency projects across the US. Working here means contributing to meaningful projects that improve communities while being part of a remote-friendly culture that values technical excellence.

About This Role

This State Traffic/ITS Leader role involves leading mid-to-large scale traffic and intelligent transportation systems projects for state and local agencies, while driving business development in the Indianapolis region. You'll impact communities by designing complex traffic solutions and managing project teams, serving as both technical expert and strategic leader for AECOM's transportation practice in this market.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve leading a virtual design review for an INDOT traffic signal project in the morning, developing a proposal for a new ITS implementation with an Indianapolis municipality, and mentoring junior engineers on technical specifications. You'll balance client meetings with Indiana agencies, internal project coordination, and strategic planning for business growth in the region.

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🎯 Who AECOM Is Looking For

  • Has 5+ years of documented experience winning and managing $1M+ traffic/ITS projects specifically with Indiana DOT or similar state agencies
  • Demonstrates deep technical expertise in traffic engineering, signal systems, ITS architecture, and emerging technologies like connected vehicles
  • Proven ability to develop new business through existing relationships with Indiana transportation agencies and local municipalities
  • Experience managing multidisciplinary teams on complex transportation projects while maintaining budgets and schedules

📝 Tips for Applying to AECOM

1

Quantify your state agency project experience - specify dollar amounts, project durations, and agency names (especially INDOT or Indianapolis-area agencies)

2

Highlight any experience with AECOM's specific project types - mention traffic operations studies, ITS master plans, or signal system designs

3

Include keywords from the job description like 'quality control reviews,' 'technical specifications,' and 'project procurements' in your resume

4

Demonstrate your Indiana market knowledge - reference specific local transportation challenges or recent INDOT initiatives

5

Show remote leadership experience - describe how you've successfully managed distributed teams on traffic/ITS projects

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience with Indiana state and local transportation agencies, including any existing relationships', "Examples of large traffic/ITS projects you've led from proposal through completion, emphasizing technical complexity", "How your business development approach aligns with AECOM's focus on sustainable infrastructure solutions", 'Your philosophy on remote team leadership and project management in the traffic engineering context']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → AECOM's recent Indiana transportation projects (check their project portfolio for INDOT work)
  • → INDOT's current strategic plan and major initiatives in the Indianapolis region
  • → AECOM's sustainability framework and how it applies to traffic/ITS projects
  • → The company's remote work culture and tools they use for distributed project management

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your most complex traffic/ITS project with an Indiana agency and how you managed technical challenges
2 How would you approach developing new business with INDOT given their current strategic priorities?
3 Walk us through your quality control process for traffic signal design or ITS specifications
4 How do you balance technical leadership with people management on remote project teams?
5 What emerging traffic technologies are you most excited about and how would they benefit Indiana communities?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Generic transportation experience without specific traffic/ITS focus - this role requires specialized expertise
  • Failing to demonstrate state agency experience - this is a core requirement for the business development component
  • Overlooking the remote leadership aspect - not addressing how you'll manage teams and projects virtually

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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