Application Guide
How to Apply for State Traffic/ITS Leader - REMOTE
at AECOM
🏢 About AECOM
AECOM stands out as a global infrastructure consulting firm focused on building sustainable legacies through innovative solutions, particularly in transportation and environmental projects. Their commitment to sustainability and large-scale infrastructure work makes them appealing to professionals seeking impactful, long-term projects. The company's remote work flexibility combined with their focus on state and local agency partnerships offers a unique blend of autonomy and meaningful public service impact.
About This Role
This State Traffic/ITS Leader role involves leading mid-to-large Traffic/ITS projects while driving business development with state and local agencies in Montana and surrounding regions. The position combines technical leadership in traffic engineering and intelligent transportation systems with client relationship management and team oversight. This role is impactful because it directly shapes transportation infrastructure in the region while expanding AECOM's presence in state-level transportation projects.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day involves morning coordination with remote team members on active Traffic/ITS projects, followed by technical reviews of designs or specifications. Afternoons might include client meetings with Montana DOT or other state agencies, proposal development for new opportunities, and strategic planning for business development in the Northwest region. The role balances deep technical work with client relationship management and team leadership throughout the day.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who AECOM Is Looking For
- Has 8+ years of demonstrated success winning and managing large transportation projects specifically with Montana DOT or similar state agencies
- Possesses deep technical expertise in Traffic Engineering and ITS design, with experience developing technical specifications and quality control processes
- Has proven business development experience including prospecting state agencies, developing proposals, and securing project procurements
- Demonstrates strong leadership skills managing multidisciplinary teams while balancing technical oversight and project management responsibilities
📝 Tips for Applying to AECOM
Quantify your experience with Montana DOT or similar state agency projects - include dollar amounts, team sizes, and specific Traffic/ITS technologies implemented
Highlight any experience with remote team management and virtual project delivery, as this is a fully remote position based in Billings
Emphasize your business development track record with state agencies, not just project delivery experience
Include specific Traffic/ITS software proficiencies (Synchro, VISSIM, CORSIM, etc.) and any relevant certifications (PTOE, PTP, etc.)
Tailor your resume to show progression from technical expert to project/business leader, mirroring AECOM's career path expectations
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your specific experience with Montana transportation agencies and understanding of regional transportation challenges', 'Examples of successfully leading Traffic/ITS projects from proposal through completion while managing teams and budgets', "How your technical expertise in Traffic/ITS aligns with AECOM's sustainable infrastructure focus", 'Your business development approach for expanding state agency relationships in the Northwest region']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → AECOM's current transportation projects in Montana and the Northwest region, particularly any ITS initiatives
- → Montana DOT's long-range transportation plan and current Traffic/ITS priorities
- → AECOM's sustainability initiatives and how they integrate with transportation projects
- → Recent AECOM thought leadership or white papers on intelligent transportation systems
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Focusing only on technical skills without demonstrating business development or state agency relationship experience
- Presenting generic transportation experience without specific Traffic/ITS project examples
- Failing to address the remote leadership aspect of the role and how you manage distributed teams
📅 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:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!