Senior Transportation Project Engineer

Hanson Professional Services Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health & well-being plans

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is seeking a Senior Transportation Project Engineer for its Chicago location. This role involves leading crucial transportation projects, collaborating across disciplines, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in roadway design, particularly with Illinois DOT and Tollway.

We offer competitive compensation between $150,000 and $180,000 based on experience, alongside a robust benefits program that supports work-life balance and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Typically 10+ years of professional engineering experience, including 6+ years focused on roadway or transportation design.
• Roadway design experience with IDOT and/or Illinois Tollway required.
• Illinois P.E. or ability to reciprocate within six months.

Responsibilities

• Lead major Illinois transportation projects.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines and subconsultants.
• Review complex technical calculations and deliverables.
• Visit project sites to assess conditions and develop solutions.

Skills

Experience with Illinois DOT and/or Illinois Tollway

Working knowledge of OpenRoads Designer

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Continued learning and expanding technical and leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

## Senior Transportation Project EngineerApplylocations: Chicago Downtown, IL: Lisle, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 4 Days Agojob requisition id: R2015**Hanson Values**Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | InnovationIf you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.## **A Day in the Life of a Senior Transportation Project Engineer at Hanson**Here’s a snapshot of what you would do in this role:* Take a leading role on major Illinois transportation projects, including the Tollway I‐355/I‐88 Interchange master planning project and the IDOT I‐80 Mississippi River Bridge replacement and interchange reconstruction* Serve as a project engineer coordinating with multiple disciplines and subconsultants, contributing to schedules, and reviewing design team work* Grow into deputy project manager responsibilities as experience increases* Mentor and support junior engineers to build technical skills and professional confidence* Develop roadway design solutions for:Major interstate and tollway improvementsUrban thoroughfare reconstructionsRural highway rehabilitation and reconstruction* Direct the development of construction plans and contract documents* Work with the latest **OpenRoads Designer (ORD)** software, supported by internal training and active user groups* Author engineering reports, technical documents, and special provisions* Visit project sites to assess existing conditions, identify challenges, and develop alternative solutions* Review complex technical calculations, plans, reports, and deliverables* Participate in client meetings, proposal development, and occasional public involvement activities* Travel occasionally for client meetings and site visits* Perform other related duties as assigned## **What We’re Looking For**We feel the following qualifications would set you up for success in this role:### **Skills*** Experience with Illinois DOT and/or Illinois Tollway planning, design, plan production, and PS&E* Working knowledge of **OpenRoads Designer**; familiarity with ORD 3D modeling is a plus* Strong interest in continued learning and expanding technical and leadership skills* Experience leading or supporting quality control reviews* Excellent communication and teamwork skills### **Education & Experience*** Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (required)* Typically **10+ years** of professional engineering experience, including **6+ years** focused on roadway or transportation design* Roadway design experience with **IDOT and/or Illinois Tollway** (required)* Illinois P.E. or ability to reciprocate within six months## **Why Hanson?*** **Career Advancement:** Opportunities for professional development and long‐term growth* **Professional Development:** Internal and external training, plus support for technical and industry involvement* **Collaborative Environment:** A supportive team that values innovation and your ideas* **Competitive Compensation:** As a 100% employee‐owned firm, your success is tied to the company’s success* **Work‐Life Balance:** Flexible work arrangements (hybrid options), family care leave, wellness programs, and a supportive culture**Salary Range: $150,000 – $180,000** Compensation is based on experience, technical qualifications, and overall fit. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.# **Benefits**Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:* ## Competitive compensation* ## Performance bonuses* ## 401(k) with matching contribution* ## Employee Stock Ownership Plan* ## Comprehensive health & well-being plans* ## Financial wellness plans* ## Work-life balance programsWant to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.# **Culture**We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:* ## Monthly educational webinars* ## Leadership training* ## Lunch & learn development sessions* ## 24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses* ## Mentorship opportunities* ## Award-winning internship program* ## Employee recognition* ## And so much more!**AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EEO — EMPLOYER****We do not accept unsolicited resumes** from recruiters or agencies/staffing firms. **Resumes** are only accepted from recruiters and agency/staffing firms if a signed agreement is in place at the inception of the recruiting effort and authorized for a specified position.