Transportation Project Manager - Phase

Transportation Project Manager - Phase I (Chicago, IL)

Join Benesch as a Transportation Project Manager (Phase I) in our Chicago office. In this role, you will lead and manage preliminary engineering and environmental studies (Phase I), primarily in northeastern Illinois. You will mentor junior associates, handle day‑to‑day client relations, and spearhead innovative solutions for complex projects on behalf of public agencies. Additionally, you will contribute to strategic initiatives to drive growth within the planning and preliminary engineering group.

• Participate in Business Development and Marketing, including networking, preparation of SOQs, proposals, and contracts.
• Research local/state regulations as they pertain to projects.
• Make presentations before elected officials and advisory boards, attend conferences, and participate in interviews.
• Prepare technical analysis within a variety of specialist areas such as corridor studies, interchange design and alternative analysis, multimodal planning and design, and feasibility studies.
• Responsible for project management, including cost control, project budget control, and quality assurance/quality control.
• Direct and manage the budgeting and execution of projects, including supervision of assigned staff and subcontractors.

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field.
• Licensed P.E. in Illinois; certification as a PTOE, AICP, or other specialty certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in planning or designing highways, local roads, arterials, collectors, and complete street multimodal facilities. Demonstrated expertise in transportation facility alternative analysis and design.
• Proficient in leading Phase I or planning projects for transportation improvements, including preliminary engineering and environmental documentation activities.
• Interface with clients and possess experience in public involvement and stakeholder coordination.
• Skilled in team management and mentoring, fee proposal generation, scope of service writing, RFP/RFQ interviews, and QA/QC management.
• Experience in preparing documentation in compliance with NEPA requirements (Categorical Exclusion or Environmental Assessment). Experience with PELs or Environmental Impact Statements is also advantageous.
• Familiarity with traffic and safety assessments. Knowledge of GIS and experience with multimodal planning and mobility studies is a bonus.

Benesch offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness programs, insurance, retirement plans with matching contributions, paid time off, flexible work schedules, and professional development opportunities. Additional details are available on our benefits page.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

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