Senior Transportation Project Manager

Illinois Tollway; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Tollway seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex capital improvement projects from conception through close-out. The role requires coordinating with consultants, managing scope and budget, and ensuring adherence to Tollway standards.

Strong communication with the Executive team is essential. The position emphasizes planning, design, construction oversight and contract management across transportation corridors, plaza improvements and facilities, with a focus on delivering on

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is required.
• Five to ten years of highway planning, design or construction experience.
• Professional engineer license is required. Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from inception to completion for Tollway capital improvements.
• Coordinate with consultants and internal departments to meet schedules and budgets.
• Review invoices, scope changes and ensure adherence to standards and specifications.
• Communicate project status to executives and stakeholders on a regular basis.
• Oversee master planning, design, land acquisition and construction activities.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering

Budget management

Contract management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Illinois Tollway seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex capital improvement projects from conception through close-out. The role requires coordinating with consultants, managing scope and budget, and ensuring adherence to Tollway standards.

Strong communication with the Executive team is essential. The position emphasizes planning, design, construction oversight and contract management across transportation corridors, plaza improvements and facilities, with a focus on delivering on