Civil Transportation Project Engineer


Chicago
Permanent
Negotiable
Civil
PR/571691_1767632447
Civil Transportation Project Engineer

A long-standing, employee-owned client with over a century of success delivering innovative and sustainable solutions is seeking an experienced Project Engineer (Transportation) to join their dynamic team in Chicago, Illinois. With a strong presence in major U.S. cities and international offices, they take pride in their commitment to community engagement, green initiatives, and projects that make a meaningful impact. The ideal candidate will lead design efforts, guide technical teams, and work closely with clients from concept through completion.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee transportation and roadway design projects from start to finish.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers.
  • Engage with clients and stakeholders to ensure project goals are met.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Illinois
  • 7+ years of professional experience in transportation/roadway design.
  • Proficiency in MicroStation (CONNECT edition and OpenRoad Designer preferred).
  • Familiarity with state DOT standards and tollway specifications.

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and more.
  • Flexible work options: hybrid schedule half-day Fridays, and generous PTO.
  • Retirement plans including 401(k) and employee ownership.
  • Career development: license reimbursement, training programs, leadership development, and tuition assistance.

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