Senior Transportation Project Engineer

Senior Transportation Project Engineer at Hanson

Hanson Values: Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation

If you're looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company's practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.

A Day in the Life of a Senior Transportation Project Engineer at Hanson

Here's a snapshot of what you would do in this role:

• Take a leading role on major Illinois transportation projects, including the Tollway I‑355/I‑88 Interchange master planning project and the IDOT I‑80 Mississippi River Bridge replacement and interchange reconstruction
• Serve as a project engineer coordinating with multiple disciplines and subconsultants, contributing to schedules, and reviewing design team work
• Grow into deputy project manager responsibilities as experience increases
• Mentor and support junior engineers to build technical skills and professional confidence
• Develop roadway design solutions for: Major interstate and tollway improvements Urban thoroughfare reconstructions Rural highway rehabilitation and reconstruction
• Direct the development of construction plans and contract documents
• Work with the latest OpenRoads Designer (ORD) software, supported by internal training and active user groups
• Author engineering reports, technical documents, and special provisions
• Visit project sites to assess existing conditions, identify challenges, and develop alternative solutions
• Review complex technical calculations, plans, reports, and deliverables
• Participate in client meetings, proposal development, and occasional public involvement activities
• Travel occasionally for client meetings and site visits
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

We feel the following qualifications would set you up for success in this role:

Skills

• Experience with Illinois DOT and/or Illinois Tollway planning, design, plan production, and PS&E
• Working knowledge of OpenRoads Designer; familiarity with ORD 3D modeling is a plus
• Strong interest in continued learning and expanding technical and leadership skills
• Experience leading or supporting quality control reviews
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (required)
• Typically 10+ years of professional engineering experience, including 6+ years focused on roadway or transportation design
• Roadway design experience with IDOT and/or Illinois Tollway (required)
• Illinois P.E. or ability to reciprocate within six months

Why Hanson?

• Career Advancement: Opportunities for professional development and long‑term growth
• Professional Development: Internal and external training, plus support for technical and industry involvement
• Collaborative Environment: A supportive team that values innovation and your ideas
• Competitive Compensation: As a 100% employee‑owned firm, your success is tied to the company's success
• Work‑Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements (hybrid options), family care leave, wellness programs, and a supportive culture

Salary Range: $150,000 – $180,000 Compensation is based on experience, technical qualifications, and overall fit. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.