Transportation/Traffic Engineering, Sr. Project Manager

Atlas; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading civil engineering firm as a Sr. Project Manager in Chicago, where you will lead innovative transportation projects that enhance safety and mobility. This role involves conducting traffic studies, developing comprehensive transportation plans, and managing project budgets and schedules. With a commitment to quality and safety, you'll work alongside industry experts, contributing to impactful infrastructure solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the community while advancing your career in a supportive and values-driven environment.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Educational assistance

Disability insurance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in traffic engineering is required.
• 2 years of Project Management experience with transportation projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic studies and analyze data for trends.
• Develop transportation plans to improve safety and mobility.
• Manage project budgets and schedules while coordinating with stakeholders.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

Project Management

Traffic Signal Design

Data Analysis

Technical Writing

Education

BS degree in Civil Engineering

Graduate degree in transportation engineering

Tools

Microstation

Vissim

HCS

Synchro

Job description

Transportation/Traffic Engineering, Sr. Project Manager

Transportation/Traffic Engineering, Sr. Project Manager

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Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.

We are seeking a Transportation/Traffic Engineering, Sr. Project Managerto join our Chicago, IL team! Come join us!

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct traffic studies and analyze traffic data to determine patterns and trends
• Develop transportation plans and design transportation systems that improve safety and mobility including but not limited to traffic signals, signal systems, ITS, signs and markings
• Develop traffic signal timing and programming plans
• Assist/develop with the preparation of project budgets and schedules
• Manage individual projects, including schedule, budgets, project team member in respect to project tasks and client coordination
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies and community organizations
• Assist with project pursuits and business development
• Provide technical support and guidance to project teams
• Prepare reports, specifications, and designs for transportation projects
• Stay up to date with advances in transportation/traffic engineering and technology
• Conduct site visits and field investigations as needed
• BS degree in Civil Engineering
• 15 years of experience in traffic engineering
• 2 years of Project Management type task experience with transportation engineering projects
• Graduate degree in transportation engineering or similar area of study may be considered towards experience

Technical requirements:

• Certifications/Licences: PE, PTOE (preferred)
• Technical and/or report writing
• Experience with CDOT and IDOT District 1 Traffic Signal Design
• Federal and Illinois MUTCD
• Strong Familiarity with ADA/PROWAG
• Experience with Microstation, Vissim, HCS, Synchro

Other miscellaneous qualities:

• Travel anticipated for 5% of the time
• Dedication to safety and being part safety oriented culture
• Open to working off site at client offices

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

Who We Are:

We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.

Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.

With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.

Our Values:

Life: We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

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  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Consulting

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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