Public Works Highway & Transportation Lead

Idaho Society of Professional Engineers; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 194,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook County seeks a Highway Superintendent for Transportation & Highways to manage all operations of the Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways, including staffing, budgets, and project oversight.

Requires five years in civil/highway engineering and Illinois PE license; offers strong benefits, pension, and a competitive salary. Located in Chicago Loop with public transit access.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience in civil and highway engineering, construction engineering, maintenance engineering, or related fields.
• Current registration in the State of Illinois as a Licensed Professional Engineer or Licensed Structural Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Oversee annual and five-year highway improvement programs to ensure capacity and safety.
• Direct preparation of plans, specs, and estimates for highway projects.
• Supervise contractors to ensure contract compliance and quality.
• Establish traffic controls and permits to meet legal obligations.
• Develop and monitor the department's operating budget and purchasing procedures.

Skills

Civil & highway engineering

Construction engineering

Maintenance engineering

Leadership/management

Project management

Education

Illinois PE license

Job description

Cook County seeks a Highway Superintendent for Transportation & Highways to manage all operations of the Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways, including staffing, budgets, and project oversight.

Requires five years in civil/highway engineering and Illinois PE license; offers strong benefits, pension, and a competitive salary. Located in Chicago Loop with public transit access.