BRT Project Planner Position Summary

• Support planning, design, and engineering activities for BRT projects, including scheduling meetings, tracking action items, preparing materials, and assisting with reviews of plans and specifications
• Assist with contract administration by organizing consultant deliverables, maintaining accurate project records, and supporting required documentation
• Review consultant invoices to ensure charges align with approved scopes, budgets, project funding, and general ledger codes; partnering with Grants and Finance to confirm compliance
• Work collaboratively with internal staff, consultant teams, and external stakeholders to gather information, document feedback, and communicate project goals
• Prepare presentations, reports, briefing materials, and project updates for executive leadership, the SORTA Board, the STEER Committee, Metro Planning and Scheduling, the City of Cincinnati, and partner transit agencies
• Support grant-related activities by gathering data, compiling documentation, and assisting with submissions and reporting
• Assist with preparation of portions of the BRT annual budget and tracking expenditures throughout the year
• Help develop and maintain project procedures, checklists, and best-practice documentation to promote consistency across BRT projects
• Coordinate project activities across planning, design, pre-construction, construction, and early start-up phases to ensure timely communication and task completion
• Coordinate with other SORTA departments and external agencies to support successful project delivery
• Build strong relationships with community partners and represent Metro at community and stakeholder meetings, as assigned
• Provide general administrative, organizational, and coordination support to the BRT team
• Support the Strategic Planning, Development, and Innovation Department with additional job functions and special projects, as needed.
• Model exemplary internal and external customer service.
• Provide a positive work environment that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran.
• Ability to work in compliance with Metro's safety and security policies.
• Complete special projects and other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering (strongly preferred), Urban Planning, Community Planning, Communications, Marketing, Project Management, Public Administration, Construction Management, Data Analytics, or a related field.

• Two (2) to four (4) years of professional experience with a focus on project coordination, project management support, planning, infrastructure, capital projects, or related work.
• Experience in a public sector or transit agency environment is preferred but not required.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate and summarize complex information into clear, compelling messages
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• Experience in scheduling and coordinating meetings using tools such as Microsoft Bookings or similar platforms
• Experience with data analysis and data visualization, including compiling large datasets and creating concise reports and presentations
• Ability to create visually appealing charts, graphs, and presentations using tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, or Canva
• Working knowledge of GIS and data-related applications preferred
• Experience with project management software such as ProCore is a plus
• Familiarity with infrastructure or capital projects in a transit or public agency environment is helpful, but not required
• Confident public speaking, writing, and presentation skills
• Ability to attend evening community or stakeholder meetings as needed

• In-office work environment, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
• Attendance at approximately two evening community council or stakeholder meetings per month, typically between 6:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.

• Salary is negotiable based on experience

• Comprehensive Health Coverage Medical, dental, and vision benefits available starting day one (enrollment required within 30 days of hire)
• Retirement You Can Rely On Participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) with a 14% employer contribution and 10% employee contribution. OPERS members do not pay into Social Security
• Free Transportation Complimentary bus passes for all full-time employees and their dependents and spouses
• Generous Paid Time Off Four (4) weeks of PTO annually, prorated based on hire date
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Confidential, no-cost support for employees and household members, including counseling, mental health resources, legal and financial guidance, and more
• Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance Basic life, AD&D, and short-term disability coverage provided at no cost, with voluntary options available
• Health & Tax-Savings Accounts Access to HSA and FSA programs, with Metro contributions for eligible plans and wellness incentives

• Opportunity to contribute to transformational, first-of-their-kind projects that will shape the future of transit for Metro, Cincinnati, and the riders we serve