Job DescriptionTransportation Practice What We're Looking For:
A seasoned Project Manager to lead Phase I and/or Phase II engineering design for IDOT and Illinois local agency projects in the Chicago area. This role suits a technically strong leader who values client collaboration, team leadership, and successful delivery of public infrastructure projects in a hybrid work environment.
What You'll Do:- Manage scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and delivery of municipal and local agency transportation projects
- Lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate internal staff and subconsultants
- Oversee Phase I and Phase II design in accordance with IDOT standards and MFT requirements
- Monitor project performance, financials, schedules, and risk; prepare internal and client reports
- Maintain strong client relationships and support business development efforts
- Coordinate with regulatory agencies and ensure safety and compliance standards are met
- Approve project-related administrative items including timesheets and project charges
- Conduct QA/QC reviews and resolve technical challenges as projects progress
- Support proposal development and help position teams for future work opportunities
- Travel occasionally to support project and client needs
What You Need to Succeed:- 10+ years of experience working on Illinois DOT and/or local agency transportation projects
- Required experience with IDOT Bureau of Local Roads projects; Tollway experience is a plus
- Project background in roadway, utilities, public works, streetscape, and federally funded programs
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- Illinois P.E. license (or ability to obtain within six months)
- Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and change management skills
- Proficiency in MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, ProjectWise, Bluebeam, and MS Office
- Ability to manage teams across multiple offices and coordinate with clients and stakeholders
COMPENSATIONThe approximate compensation range for this position is $115,478 to $180,344. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Why Choose Us: - Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
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