Transportation Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Transportation Project Manager

Job Description

The Transportation Project Manager plans and leads complex transportation and roadway engineering projects, applying sound judgment in the evaluation, selection, application, and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria. This role manages design consultants and internal teams, oversees project schedules and compliance, and ensures that all engineering activities meet department and industry standards. The Transportation Project Manager collaborates closely with municipalities, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality transportation solutions and successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct transportation and roadway engineering work that requires independent judgment in the evaluation, selection, application, and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Manage and coordinate the work of design consultants, including leading project meetings, setting expectations, and ensuring alignment with project goals and standards.
• Review engineering plans, drawings, and related documentation to verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable standards and requirements.
• Maintain consistent and organized project documentation, including meeting minutes, design records, correspondence, and technical reports.
• Oversee and track project schedules to ensure milestones and deadlines are met, proactively identifying and addressing potential delays or issues.
• Monitor and manage project compliance with department standards, industry regulations, and applicable codes and guidelines.
• Track and support the management of project budgets, helping to ensure that work stays within approved financial parameters.
• Facilitate collaboration and problem solving with municipalities, stakeholders, and internal and external teams through meetings, presentations, and information-sharing platforms.
• Provide ongoing project updates and technical advice to team members, leadership, and stakeholders to support informed decision-making.
• Administer contracts as needed, ensuring that scope, schedule, and deliverables align with contractual requirements.
• Exercise sound judgment in selecting methods and techniques to develop effective project solutions and resolve technical challenges.
• Perform additional support tasks as needed to ensure successful project outcomes and client satisfaction.

Essential Skills

• Eight to twelve years of related engineering experience, preferably in transportation and roadway design.
• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil Engineering.
• Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Illinois.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, including tracking schedules, monitoring budgets, and administering contracts.
• Strong background in transportation engineering and roadway design.
• Proficiency in MicroStation for transportation and roadway design work.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and deliverables.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain consistent and accurate project documentation.
• Effective collaboration skills for working with municipalities, stakeholders, and internal and external teams.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while exercising sound engineering judgment.
• Ability to select appropriate methods and techniques to develop practical and effective project solutions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience leading transportation or roadway projects involving multiple municipalities or agencies.
• background in tracking and reporting on project performance, including schedule and budget status.
• Experience preparing and delivering presentations to stakeholders and project teams.
• Familiarity with transportation design standards and best practices at local, state, and industry levels.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to addressing project challenges.
• Ability to build positive working relationships in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a growing civil engineering firm with offices in Arlington Heights and Downtown Chicago. The organization is in an active growth phase, supported by a strong backlog of work and a steady pipeline of new projects. The culture is warm, collaborative, and focused on the professional development of employees, with an emphasis on teamwork, open communication, and continuous improvement. The firm is recognized as a forward-looking, rapidly growing leader in the industry and has received national recognition as a top civil engineering and AEC firm to work for. Team members use tools such as MicroStation and other transportation engineering and project management technologies in a professional office setting. Candidates may work out of either the Arlington Heights or Chicago office, with parking available at the Arlington Heights location. Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; a 401(k) plan with employer match; seven paid holidays plus three floating holidays; self-managed paid time off; remote work options; and short- and long-term disability coverage.

This is a Permanent position based out of Arlington Heights, IL.

The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

BENEFITS FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) Plan with Employer Match 7 Paid Holidays plus 3 Floating Holidays Self-Managed PTO Remote Work Options Short & Long Term Disability

This is a hybrid position in Arlington Heights,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 6, 2026.

About Actalent

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