Design Manager

Transportation Design ManagerOur client is seeking an energetic and driven Transportation Design Manager to join their downtown Chicago office.As Section Manager of Transportation Design, you will manage a team of talented engineers, oversee projects, and ensure quality delivery for clients. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced project manager who excels at leading highway and railroad design projects. The position reports directly to the VP of Civil / Transportation and works in a collaborative environment that promotes innovation, work-life balance, and professional growth.What You Will DoLead and manage a transportation design team, providing mentorship and technical guidanceOversee and assist with the development and production of highway plans and specifications from start to finish for Illinois clientsMaintain and grow client relationships and support business development efforts to expand the transportation project portfolioCoach, mentor, and develop staffPromote a culture of innovation and work-life balanceEnsure Quality Assurance/Quality Control is performed on every projectWork on billable projects for the majority of your time, initially including IL 38 Phase II plans, IL 251 Phase I/II, and final design for five Illinois Tollway plazasWho You AreStrong leadership, communication, and project management skills with the ability to motivate and mentor a teamTechnical background managing projects for transportation agencies (IDOT, CDOT, Tollway, or transit/rail agencies) using Bentley MicroStation, OpenRoads, or similar transportation softwareExcellent time management and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail and qualityStrong organizational and communication skills to create and execute project plans and respond to client requirementsBachelor's degree or higher in Civil EngineeringMinimum 10 years of progressive experience designing highway/roadway projects, including 5 years managing multiple design teamsRegistration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Illinois requiredSalary: $160,000-$196,000/year