Engineering Manager, Transportation Design

Milhouse; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 141,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Company Sponsored Life Insurance

Discounted Gym Membership

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Development Incentives

Generous PTO and Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Recognition Program

Job summary

Milhouse is seeking an energetic Transportation Design Manager for their downtown Chicago office. The role involves leading a design team, overseeing project development for Illinois clients, and maintaining client relationships. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and a PE registration.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $141,000 to $215,000, along with comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, professional development incentives, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience designing highway/roadway projects.
• 5 years of experience managing multiple design teams.
• Experience managing projects for transportation agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a transportation design team.
• Oversee development and production of highway plans.
• Maintain positive client relationships.
• Coach and mentor staff.
• Ensure QA/QC is performed on projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Illinois

Tools

Bentely Microstation

OpenRoads

Job description

Milhouse is looking for an energetic and driven Transportation Design Manager to join our downtown Chicago office.

What You Will Do

• Lead and manage a transportation design team, providing mentorship and technical guidance
• Oversee and assist with the development and production of highway plans and specifications from start to finish for Illinois clients
• Maintain / grow positive client relationships and assist with business development efforts to continue expansion of our transportation project portfolio
• Coach, mentor and develop staff
• Promote a culture of innovation and work-life balance
• Assure that Quality Assurance/Quality Control is being performed on every project
• Work on billable projects for a majority of your time. Initially, this will likely include IL 38 phase II plans, IL 251 phase I/II, and final design for five Illinois Tollway plaza

Who You Are

• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor a team
• Technical background and experience managing projects for transportation agencies (IDOT, CDOT, Tollway, or transit/rail agencies) that utilize Bentely Microstation, OpenRoads or other transportation related software packages
• Excellent time management and problem‑solving abilities, with keen attention to detail and quality
• Robust organization and communication skills as required to create / execute project plans and respond to client requirements
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience designing highway/roadway projects which includes 5 years of managing multiple design teams performing the work
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Illinois is required

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Reach out to learn how your deductible could be covered 100% through Garner Health!
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability – We’ve got your back when life takes unexpected turns.
• Voluntary Coverages – Take control of your well‑being with added coverage options.
• Discounted Gym Membership – Stay active with wellness options that support your fitness goals.
• Competitive Base Salary – Earn what you’re worth in a performance‑driven culture.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Build your future with confidence.
• Professional Development Incentives – Get rewarded for growing your skills — including bonuses for earning your P.E. License.
• Milhouse University (Cross‑Functional Training) – Expand your expertise with internal training built to elevate your career and receive PDH credits for applicable training towards professional engineering licenses, etc.
• Employee Education & Development Program – Tuition assistance and learning opportunities to keep you moving forward.
• Generous PTO + Paid Holidays – Rest, recharge, and enjoy the moments that matter most.
• Paid Parental Leave – Bond with your new arrival — and yes, we’ll even cover a year of diapers!
• Extracurricular Sports Teams – Join our summer Volleyball and Softball squads for fun off the clock.
• Employee Recognition Program – Be celebrated for the impact you make.
• Employee Referral Bonus – Bring great people on board and get paid for it.
• Transit Benefits Program – Save on your daily commute.
• Charitable Events and Activities offered through non‑profit affiliate – Milhouse Charities.

$141,000 - $215,000 a year

The actual base pay depends upon many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

While we provide a range, we'd love to hear from you if you are in or outside of this range as we are always looking to cater roles to the Talent we find!

Milhouse is a pay transparency non-discrimination organization committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We ensure that all employees are compensated fairly and without bias, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, effective January 1, 2025, we include pay scales and benefits in all job postings and ensure that all promotion opportunities are communicated to current employees within 14 days of external postings. Additionally, we participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and uphold compliance with federal requirements.

Legal and Employment Notices

Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. is an at‑will employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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