Central Illinois Branch Manager

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Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself-apply for the job!

Central Illinois Branch Manager

We are searching for a dedicated individual to serve as our Central Illinois Branch Manager to lead and grow Benesch's Transportation practice in that region. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm and energy to open a new office, build a new team, and maintain and develop client relationships in the region. This position will report to the Division Manager and offers outstanding leadership opportunities with great visibility at the state, regional, and national levels, including the potential for ownership at Benesch.

Work areas to be managed by this position include roadway and bridge design, traffic engineering, hydraulics, construction management, and transportation planning. A Professional Engineering license or AICP certification is preferred but not required as the ideal candidate will also have proven experience in business and client development and the pursuit, management, and delivery of roadway and transportation projects and services for public agencies, including Illinois DOT, counties, and municipalities.

Areas of Responsibility Include:

• Lead, manage, and grow our practice in central Illinois.
• Contribute to local, regional, and corporate strategic growth initiatives, including expansion of a multi-disciplinary transportation practice.
• Develop and manage relationships with existing and new clients.
• Represent Benesch in industry and at professional organizations and events.
• Identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits.
• Draw upon existing industry relationships and establish new ones to develop strategic partnerships for future pursuits.
• Demonstrate a proven record of effectively directing multiple concurrent projects and pursuits.
• Review and verify scopes of work, budgets, and schedules.
• Actively recruit, interview, and hire individuals who can contribute to the transportation practice in central Illinois and company-wide at a high level.

What We Are Looking For

• Hold a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Planning, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of industry experience preferred.
• Professional Engineer license in the State of Illinois or AICP certification preferred.
• Have a strong background working with the Illinois DOT, preferably in Districts four through 9 (experience with local agency clients is a plus).
• Be located in central Illinois, preferably metro areas of Peoria, Bloomington, or Springfield and ready and able to participate in meetings and industry events.
• Ability to write and prepare effective and efficient project proposals and non-technical documents.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of state and local design standards, ensuring compliance and innovation.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, captivating audiences with your ideas and insights.
• Strong organization, and leadership skills with a track record for understanding and adhering to contractual requirements.
• Proven history of adhering to design budgets and schedules, delivering on time and within scope.
• Leverage your skills in accounting and scheduling to manage projects.
• Thrive in a collaborative team environment, fostering synergy and driving collective success.

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the State of Illinois Pay Transparency Act, Illinois Pay Transparency Law. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees and is compliant with the State of Illinois Paid Leave Act, Illinois Paid Leave Act. Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company-paid life insurance, short term, and long-term disability plans. Benesch offers a 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan. From insurance and retirement plan to our wellness programs, we provide employee benefits that meet your wants and needs.

Illinois Pay Range

$124,800-$166,000 USD

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Professional Development

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement

Retirement Benefits

• Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
• Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)

Work/Life Balance

• Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
• Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
• Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
• Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement

Employee Engagement

• At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives. We support a variety of programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace.

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