ITE Greater Tampa Section

What is GTSITE?

The ITE Greater Tampa Section (GTSITE) provides members in the greater Tampa area and southwest Florida with a network of local transportation professionals. GTSITE organizes events including lunch meetings with industry speakers, volunteering opportunities, social outings, and an annual awards banquet. The University of South Florida (USF) Student Chapter of ITE is also part of the Greater Tampa Section. 

ITE is an international educational and scientific association of transportation professionals who are responsible for meeting mobility and safety needs. ITE facilitates the application of technology and scientific principles to research, planning, functional design, implementation, operation, policy development, and management for any mode of ground transportation. ITE is a community of over 17,000 transportation professionals working in more than 90 countries worldwide.

​Upcoming Events

Lunch Meeting at City of Tampa - Friday, May 15

Please join us at the City of Tampa on Friday, May 15th as we welcome Jason Jackman, Vision Zero Coordinator. Jason is an Urban Planner with the City of Tampa’s Mobility Department, specializing in multimodal transportation planning and safety initiatives. He brings extensive experience in managing transportation safety campaigns, micromobility evaluation programs, leading public engagement strategies, and designing community-focused safety education efforts. 

Jason will lead the discussion on the Vision Zero Action Plan, highlight ongoing progress, and share new and upcoming safety initiatives across the City. Attendees will gain opportunities to strengthen collaboration, stay informed on key updates, and support ongoing efforts to advance citywide roadway safety objectives.

This will be a catered event. SPACE IS LIMITED. Registration will close Monday, 5/12 at 5 pm. 
Networking: 11:30 - 12:00
Presentation: 12:00 - 1:00
Thank you to National Data & Surveying Services for generously sponsoring this event!

Summer Exchange Conference - June 3-5, 2026

Please join us for the first ever Summer Exchange hosted by ITE Greater Tampa Section! This beachside conference on Sand Key in Clearwater will focus on the future of mobility, covering everything from emerging technologies and data-driven decision making to practical solutions shaping our communities today. 

Whether you’re a consultant, public agency leader, technology provider, or young professional, this conference is designed to create meaningful conversations, share innovative ideas, and strengthen connections across the transportation ecosystem.

Volunteering at Feeding Tampa Bay - Wednesday, July 1

Please join us at the Feeding Tampa Bay on Wednesday, July 1st to help with food sorting from 9:00 am to 11:30 am.

Recent Past Events

April 16: Student Mock Interviews at CUTR
​On April 16th, professional members of the Greater Tampa Section hosted mock interviews for engineering and planning students.

​After the mock interviews, the students and professionals enjoyed both lunch and the opportunity to get to know one another better. We'd like to thank Jodi Godfrey and CUTR for hosting this fun and rewarding event!
April 2: Lunch Meeting at CUTR
​On Thursday, April 2nd we hosted Steven Hollenkamp from Quality Counts for a presentation titled: "An Update on Near Miss Data”. Steven brings a unique and dynamic background to the world of traffic data and transportation planning. This session highlighted how agencies are integrating near-miss data into their safety decision-making frameworks, developing defensible thresholds, and moving from reactive crash analysis to proactive risk identification. Attendees left with practical strategies for benchmarking performance, identifying elevated-risk locations, and using near-miss conflict data to prioritize targeted, timely, and cost-effective safety improvements.

Thank you to Quality Counts for generously sponsoring this event!
March 16: Happy Hour at Four Green Fields
We are so lucky 🍀 Alliant Engineering, Inc. sponsored our first social of the year where we enjoyed chatting with friends and local peer professionals about our favorite new projects and all the recent celebrations in our lives. The opportunities to make new friends while catching up with long-time friends is the most valuable aspect of ITE.
December 3: Annual Awards Banquet @ Casa Santo Stefano
Guests joined GTSITE on the rooftop of Casa Santa Stefano in Ybor City on Wednesday, December 3rd for the 2025 Annual Awards Banquet and new officer induction ceremony. We celebrated a successful year together and welcomed the 2026 leadership board.

Thank you to VIBE and Quality Counts for generously sponsoring this event!!!

Sponsored Job Postings

Merrick & Company is seeking a licensed Transportation Engineer in their Tampa Office. With a minimum of two (2) years specializing in highway/roadway design and six (6) years of overall civil engineering project experience, the prospective candidate will work with the team to successfully complete conceptual design exhibits and final design construction documents for highway and roadway improvement projects. The ideal candidate should have strong relationships with individuals at the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and should have previous experience working on FDOT projects. For more information and to apply see the link below.
RS&H is currently seeking an entry level Engineering Associate for their Traffic Engineering Group in Tampa or Jacksonville, Florida Offices. The Engineer will primarily work within Florida. However, the position is national in scope and the Engineer will also work with the associates based in other states.
The Engineering Associated will be tasked with essential functions such as ITS Planning and Design, signing and pavement markings design, lighting analysis and design, traffic signal design, and coordinated traffic signal timing development and implementation. Secondary functions include traffic analysis, safety analysis, and involvement in tolls technologies. For more information and to apply see the link below.
The City of Holmes Beach is seeking an Engineering Specialist. The Engineering Specialist is part of a collaborative work team and provides technical and administrative support of various activities within the department. The Engineering specialist performs project management and technical assignments in accordance with policies, procedures, and accepted engineering practices under the direct supervision of the City Engineer. Interested applicants can email: [email protected] 
Dewberry is seeking a Highway/Drainage Engineer & Deputy PM in their Tampa office! At a minimum, applicants should have their EI and at least 3 years of experience in roadway and/or drainage design. Higher experience levels are also welcome! For more information and to apply please email [email protected].
Pinellas County is hiring an Engineering Manager for the Transportation Capital Improvement Program in the Public Works Department. This role involves leading the planning and execution of projects like bridge replacements and road improvements, ensuring timely and budget-friendly completion while adhering to project management best practices. Key duties include managing staff, coordinating with stakeholders, prioritizing projects, budgeting, and maintaining public engagement. Candidates must possess a Professional Engineering License (Florida or eligible) and substantial project management and civil engineering experience, along with a relevant degree. For more information and to apply see the link below.

Section Leadership

Officers

President: Don Skelton, EI, RSP1
Vice President: Lucia Andrew, PE
Treasurer: ​Tarek Lotfy Kamal, PE
Secretary: Brian Gentry, PE, PTOE, RSP1
Past President: Sarah Phillips, PE, RSP1
Section Representative: Sarah Phillips, PE, RSP1
Section Administrator: Carlos Ramirez, PE, PTOE

Committee Chairs

Technical: Arthur Tester, PE
Mentoring/Outreach: Amanda Chornoby, AICP & Mohan Atluri, PE, PTOE
USF Student Chapter Liason: ​Blake Bevacqua-Bailey & Rakesh Rangaswamy
Social Events: Judith Villegas & Christian Kline, PE 
Volunteering: Mike Soloka, PE & Jose Jarquin, PE
Website: VACANT (please contact us if interested!)

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