Public Agency Manager

About the Role

Public Agency Manager

San Bernardino, California

Full time

JR100837

Wilson & Company is seeking a Public Agency Manager to serve as a trusted liaison between public transportation agencies and our internal teams. This role is focused on building and maintaining strong client relationships, navigating public funding processes, and ensuring that projects are delivered with clarity, efficiency, and professionalism.

As a Public Agency Manager, you will represent Wilson & Company externally while driving collaboration internally, bridging the gap between client needs and technical project execution. This is an opportunity to bring your public agency expertise, communication skills, and strategic thinking to projects that impact communities and shape the future of transportation.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned public transportation agency clients (DOTs, cities, counties, transit agencies, etc.).

• Lead client communications both written and verbal, ensuring clarity, professionalism, and responsiveness.

• Guide clients through project initiation, approvals, and delivery processes.

• Manage and negotiate contracts, ensuring terms align with both agency needs and Wilson & Company standards.

• Provide expertise on public funding mechanisms, grant opportunities, and project financing options.

• Collaborate with internal project managers, engineers, and leadership to align deliverables with client needs.

• Represent Wilson & Company at meetings, conferences, and public forums to strengthen visibility and credibility.

• Travel as needed to meet with clients, attend negotiations, or support project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, engineering, planning, communications, or a related field.

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience working with or for public transportation agencies.

• Strong knowledge of public funding programs and agency processes.

• Proven track record of contract negotiations and successful client relationship management.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability and willingness to travel for client meetings and project needs.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with transportation planning, rail, or infrastructure projects.

• Familiarity with federal, state, and local funding sources for public agencies.

• Strong problem-solving, organization, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to navigate sensitive or complex negotiations while maintaining positive client relationships.

• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance short-term client needs with long-term business growth.

Why Join Wilson & Company

• Be part of a growing, purpose-driven firm that is shaping communities through infrastructure and transportation projects.

• Enjoy the flexibility of a remote or hybrid work arrangement.

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package aligned with our Total Rewards philosophy.

• Collaborative, supportive team culture where your expertise will directly impact our clients and communities.

Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.

Compensation: $55.00 - $60.00 per hour