Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Transportation Engineering Lead to provide senior technical leadership and project management for complex transportation infrastructure projects throughout Illinois. This role will serve as a technical authority and project lead for high-profile Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and Illinois Tollway Phase I studies, including preliminary engineering, feasibility studies, corridor planning, alternatives analysis, and environmental documentation.
The Impact You'll Make- Lead Phase I transportation engineering projects for IDOT, Illinois Tollway, municipalities, and other public agencies.
- Manage preliminary engineering and feasibility studies for highways, roadways, interchanges, bridges, and multimodal transportation improvements.
- Direct alternatives analyses, corridor studies, concept development, and engineering evaluations.
- Oversee preparation of Phase I engineering documents, technical reports, design studies, and supporting documentation.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including roadway, structures, traffic, drainage, utilities, environmental, geotechnical, and right-of-way specialists.
- Serve as the primary client contact and maintain strong relationships with IDOT, Illinois Tollway, local agencies, and stakeholders.
- Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for engineering deliverables.
- Lead project planning, scope development, budgeting, scheduling, staffing, and risk management.
- Participate in public involvement meetings, agency coordination meetings, and stakeholder presentations.
- Mentor and develop junior engineers while promoting technical excellence throughout the organization.
- Support proposal development, interviews, and strategic business development initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with IDOT Bureau of Design and Environment (BDE) Manual, Illinois Tollway standards, NEPA requirements, and applicable federal and state regulations.
QualificationsThe Expertise You'll Bring- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Illinois (required).
- 12+ years of progressive transportation engineering experience, with significant emphasis on preliminary engineering and Phase I studies.
- Demonstrated experience leading IDOT and Illinois Tollway projects.
- Extensive knowledge of:
- Phase I Engineering
- Feasibility Studies
- Alternatives Analysis
- Corridor Studies
- NEPA documentation
- Environmental coordination
- Preliminary roadway geometric design
- Agency permitting and approvals
- Proven experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams and multiple concurrent projects.
- Strong client management, leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
- Experience developing project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Experience with CMAP planning initiatives and municipal transportation projects.
- Working knowledge of Phase II design and construction engineering services.
- Established relationships with IDOT districts, Illinois Tollway staff, and local public agencies.
- Experience leading pursuits and winning transportation infrastructure projects.
Additional InformationTotal Rewards That Support YouWe believe great work starts with supporting our people. That's why Egis offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to promote your health, well-being, financial security, and professional growth, including:
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and flexible holiday program
- Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote opportunities where business needs allow
- Life insurance and disability coverage, including maternity leave
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
- Paid family leave
- Wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being
- Education assistance, professional development, and continuing learning opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount programs
Compensation & Pay Transparency At Egis, we believe transparency helps candidates make informed career decisions. As part of our commitment to an open and equitable hiring process, we've included the anticipated base salary range for this position below.
Anticipated Base Salary Range: $160,000-200,000 per yearWe're committed to making competitive offers that recognize the unique experience, expertise, and value each candidate brings to our team.
In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for incentive compensation, where applicable, and a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes health benefits, retirement savings, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and other employee programs.
