Public Works Highway & Transportation Leader

Interfaco Ltd; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 194,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways seeks an experienced Highway Superintendent to oversee all operations, budgets, staff, and contracts for road construction, maintenance, and related activities in Chicago’s Loop area.

The role requires licensure as a PE or SE in Illinois and extensive management experience; a generous benefits package and strong public service mission are highlighted in the overview.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in civil/highway engineering or related field.
• Current IL Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee annual and five-year improvement programs for highways.
• Direct contract plans, specs and estimates for highway projects.
• Manage rights of way and easements for highway projects.
• Direct supervision of staff, budgets, and procurement processes.
• Provide policy direction and guidance across department bureaus.

Skills

Highway engineering knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Public speaking

Education

IL PE/SE license

Job description

Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways seeks an experienced Highway Superintendent to oversee all operations, budgets, staff, and contracts for road construction, maintenance, and related activities in Chicago’s Loop area.

The role requires licensure as a PE or SE in Illinois and extensive management experience; a generous benefits package and strong public service mission are highlighted in the overview.