Civil Project Manager (Hybrid Schedule

Civil Project Manager

We have an exciting career opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager with experience in roadway, highway, and/or civil site design to join our Civil group in Chicago. In this position, you will be involved in self-performing and directing project teams, contributing to planning and designing infrastructure projects, and playing a crucial role in nurturing client relationships.

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience working on various infrastructure projects for State DOTs, local municipalities, and private clients and experienced regularly interacting and coordinating design efforts with multiple projects and disciplines to develop turnkey projects.

This position provides a flexible work schedule, with three days working from the Chicago, IL office and two days remotely.

The impact you will have:

• Collaborate with local management to strategize and implement project pursuits and delivery efforts.
• Devise and implement strategies for capturing project opportunities, including teaming arrangements and strategic positioning, while identifying necessary staff resources for successful project acquisition and delivery.
• Build and nurture relationships with both external and internal clients.
• Supervise and guide staff to facilitate smooth design and plan development processes.
• Engage in the design phases of roadways, highways, and interstates, overseeing projects from preliminary to final design stages.
• Create plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates in accordance with project requirements.
• Coordinate with reviewers and other disciplines to ensure the accuracy and quality of work.
• Contribute to the development of proposals for project pursuits.
• Provide direct support to Project Managers and Design Leaders.
• Effectively manage and organize project documentation.
• Collaborate within a dynamic team to fulfill project requirements and deliver a high-quality design to the client.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or higher, is required
• 10+ years of progressive experience designing and delivering IL transportation projects
• Licensed Project Engineer (P.E) in the state of Illinois.
• Experience as project manager or lead roadway engineer on IDOT projects
• Experience working with clients such as State and County Departments of Transportation and municipal.
• Proficient at using Micro Station and/or Inroads (Open Roads Designer)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Illinois pay range: $120,000 - $145,000 USD

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the State of Illinois Pay Transparency Act. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees and is compliant with the State of Illinois Paid Leave Act. Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company-paid life insurance, short term, and long-term disability plans. Benesch offers a 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan.

From insurance and retirement plan to our wellness programs, we provide employee benefits that meet your wants and needs.

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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