Senior Transportation Project Manager; Roadway Design & Client Development

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Our employees believe in our purpose and know that our work ultimately makes the world a better place. When you bring your talents to Atlas, you become part of a national team of over 3,500 experienced engineers, environmental scientists, inspectors, and other professionals working to improve the infrastructure assets and natural environment in the communities where we live and work.

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Are you ready to work for one of the fastest growing infrastructure and environmental solutions companies in the country? Will you accept the challenge to innovate and solve complex and sophisticated problems? Do you want to grow as a professional, and transform and better the communities where you live and work?

Senior Transportation Project Manager (Roadway Design & Client Development)

Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Denver, CO, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do.

We’re just built to be better. We are a great company. Come join us!

Atlas is seeking an experienced Senior Transportation Project Manager (Roadway Design & Client Development) to lead high-profile roadway and transportation infrastructure projects throughout Illinois and the Midwest.

What You'll Do :

• Lead roadway and transportation design projects for IDOT, Illinois Tollway, CDOT, and local agency clients.
• Develop and maintain trusted client relationships and support business development efforts.
• Mentor and grow transportation engineering staff.
• Drive project delivery, quality, profitability, and client satisfaction across multiple concurrent projects.
• Support pursuit strategies, proposal development, and project interviews.

Strategic Planning & Oversight

• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Ensure all roadway design and construction activities align with jurisdictional standards.
• Oversee multiple phases of roadway projects—from conceptual planning to final design and construction.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, government agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Lead presentations, public hearings, and meetings to communicate project goals and updates.
• Address concerns and incorporate feedback into project development.
• Manage contracts, billing, and collections to ensure project profitability.
• Track expenditures and maintain strict cost control throughout the project life cycle.
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