Transportation Subject Matter Expert; PT

Bowman has an opportunity for a Transportation Subject Matter Expert to join our team in Chicago.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved.

We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Provides senior-level technical expertise, guidance, and strategic support for transportation projects and programs. Serves as a trusted advisor to project teams and clients, ensuring the delivery of high-quality transportation solutions that align with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and business objectives.

Leadership and Direction

• Serve as a technical authority and advisor for transportation planning, design, and project delivery.
• Mentor and support engineers, planners, and project teams on best practices and technical approaches.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives, business development efforts, and client relationship management.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Provide technical review and oversight for transportation studies, designs, plans, and specifications.
• Support pursuit activities, proposals, and client presentations with specialized transportation expertise.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes to inform company practices and project execution.

Do the Work

• Advise on complex transportation engineering, planning, traffic, roadway, and multimodal projects.
• Develop and review technical analyses, reports, designs, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical challenges and deliver innovative solutions.
• Support quality assurance and quality control efforts to ensure project excellence.

• Recognized technical expert in transportation-related disciplines.
• Delivers accurate, timely, and high-quality technical guidance.
• Builds strong relationships with clients, partners, and internal teams.
• Demonstrates sound judgment in solving complex transportation challenges.
• Maintains knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Communicates effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Planning, or a related field preferred. Commensurate experience considered in lieu of degree.
• Fifteen or more (15+) years of progressively responsible transportation experience.
• Strong knowledge of transportation design standards, regulatory requirements, and industry practices.
• Experience supporting major transportation infrastructure projects and programs.

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $40 - $60 per hour.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental,…