Bus Rapid Transit; BRT Project Planner

Help us keep Cincinnati moving! At Metro, we’re delivering high-capacity, reliable, and equitable transit solutions that connect people to opportunity. As a BRT Project Planner, you’ll help bring Metro Rapid to life—the first Bus Rapid Transit system ever developed by Metro and a transformational milestone for Cincinnati and the riders we serve.

The position will report to the Senior Director of Bus Rapid Transit Planning and Design, to support the Reading Road, Hamilton Avenue and future BRT Corridors during all phases of project planning, design, construction and start-up. You’ll work closely with project managers, consultants, internal teams, and community partners to keep projects moving forward—on schedule, on budget, and in alignment with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) requirements.

You assist the Senior Director in her day-to-day activities, including assisting in project management activities, including the oversight of project designers and contractors; preparing presentations for internal and external stakeholders; presenting at community meetings and events; and help Metro by ensuring the team is organized and activities are well documented and transparent.

If you enjoy coordinating complex projects, collaborating across teams, and seeing your work make a visible impact in the community, this role is for you.

• 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

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.

We offer a collaborative, inclusive workplace culture that values innovative solutions and encourages creativity and continuous learning. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that all employees have the opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment.