Civil Engineer Project Manager

Job Description

Title: Civil Engineer Project Manager
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $165,000-$190,000 + Bonus
Benefits: 401(k) with company match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Parental Leave, Short-Term Disability, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Employee Ownership Pathway

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer Project Manager to join a growing leadership team. This opportunity is ideal for a licensed Professional Engineer with a proven background managing transportation infrastructure projects, developing strong client relationships, and leading multidisciplinary teams. This role offers the opportunity to influence organizational growth while advancing toward long-term leadership and employee ownership.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Manage construction management and roadway engineering projects from planning through construction.
• Lead project teams to deliver high-quality work on schedule and within budget.
• Coordinate project activities with clients, stakeholders, subconsultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Monitor project performance, project financials, schedules, and resource allocation.

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for clients.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with IDOT, Illinois Tollway, CDOT, counties, municipalities, and other public agencies.
• Represent the organization at industry events, professional organizations, and client meetings.

Business Development

• Support strategic growth initiatives and market expansion efforts.
• Participate in proposal preparation, teaming strategies, interviews, and pursuit planning.
• Identify new business opportunities and strengthen the organization's presence within the transportation infrastructure market.

Team Leadership

• Mentor engineers, inspectors, and project staff.
• Support professional development and succession planning initiatives.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team environment focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Current Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Documentation of Quantities Certification preferred.
• 10+ years of experience managing highway and roadway projects.
• Experience with building and roadway construction management.
• Strong knowledge of IDOT, CDOT, Illinois Tollway, and other transportation agency systems and operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and client presentations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $165,000-$190,000
• Annual performance-based bonus opportunities
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term Disability coverage
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Leadership development opportunities
• Employee ownership pathway for qualified leaders

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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