Roadway Design Project Manager

CivilTech Engineering, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Civiltech Engineering, Inc. in Chicago, IL seeks qualified engineers to join a growing team of designers and inspectors working on multimodal roadway improvements across the city.

The role combines hands-on design leadership with project and team management, including roadway design, pedestrian safety, bike facilities, grading and drainage, sidewalks/ADA, traffic signals, and preparation of plans and reports. Illinois-licensed PE or EIT pursuing PE encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 6–10 years of experience in roadway design or construction.
• P.E. license in Illinois preferred; EIT with PE exam in progress also encouraged to apply
• Skilled in Bentley OpenRoads Designer; MicroStation a plus
• Knowledge of CDOT and IDOT design criteria, policies, and procedures
• Experience developing and interpreting construction documents and site plans
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently, managing time and project workload effectively

Responsibilities

• Roadway Design
• Pedestrian Safety Design
• Bike Facility Design
• Grading and Drainage Design
• Sidewalk and ADA Design
• Traffic Signal Design
• Preparation of plans, exhibits, and reports

Skills

Roadway design

Project management

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Bentley OpenRoads Designer

MicroStation

Job description

Civiltech Engineering, Inc. is seeking qualified and client-focused candidates to partner with our growing team of engineers, designers, and construction inspectors. We’re transforming communities through collaboration and design. We design for people and create more livable neighborhoods, more resilient infrastructure, and more efficient transportation systems. From pedestrian safety improvements to bike facilities to high-profile roadway reconstructions, we’re helping our clients build a safer, more sustainable future.

The Position

We are seeking qualified candidates to join our large team of engineers designing multimodal roadway improvements throughout the City of Chicago. This role combines hands‑on design leadership with project and team management. Day‑to‑day responsibilities for transportation improvements located at various project sites include:

• Roadway Design
• Pedestrian Safety Design
• Bike Facility Design
• Grading and Drainage Design
• Sidewalk and ADA Design
• Traffic Signal Design
• Preparation of plans, exhibits, and reports

Working Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast‑paced engineering environment; working under occasional stress and tight deadlines; repetitive tasks; combination of sitting, standing, walking; working with others; critical thinking; problem solving; job task planning and organizing; computer use.

Location

Chicago, IL

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• 6–10 years of experience in roadway design or construction
• P.E. license in Illinois preferred; EIT with PE exam in progress also encouraged to apply
• Skilled in Bentley OpenRoads Designer; MicroStation a plus
• Knowledge of CDOT and IDOT design criteria, policies, and procedures
• Experience developing and interpreting construction documents and site plans
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently, managing time and project workload effectively

Civiltech Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.