Senior Transportation Project Manager - Roadway Design Lead

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Transportation Project Manager for our Chicago office to lead roadway design teams on national-scale projects. You will manage business development, scope and fee development, staffing, project oversight, and financial performance.<\/p>

The role emphasizes client interaction, safety leadership, and collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver complex roadway and interchange projects for municipal and DOT clients. Full-time, Chicago-based position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required.
• 7+ years of related experience in transportation projects.
• Illinois licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead roadway and bridge design teams and manage project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Oversee business development, scope/fee development, staffing plans, and client relations.
• Ensure quality management and financial performance across projects.

Skills

Client communication

Presentation skills

Team leadership

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Transportation Project Manager for our Chicago office to lead roadway design teams on national-scale projects. You will manage business development, scope and fee development, staffing, project oversight, and financial performance.<\/p>

The role emphasizes client interaction, safety leadership, and collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver complex roadway and interchange projects for municipal and DOT clients. Full-time, Chicago-based position.