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Senior Transportation Project Engineer

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Hanson Professional Services Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-26
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Safety Engineer, Environmental Compliance, Engineering Design & Technologists
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 150000 - 180000 USD Yearly USD 150000.00 180000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
## Senior Transportation Project Engineer Apply locations:
Chicago Downtown, IL:
Lisle, ILtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 4 Days Agojob requisition :
R2015
** 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
** Open Roads 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
** Open Roads 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.#
** Benefits
* * Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:* ## Competitive compensation* ## Performance bonuses* ## 401(k) with matching contribution* ## Employee Stock Ownership Plan* ## Comprehensive health & well-being plans* ## Financial wellness plans* ## Work-life balance programs

Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.#
** Culture
* * We understand that selecting a job is about…
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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