Transportation Design Section Manager

Description

As the Section Manager of Transportation Design, you will be responsible for managing your own team of talented engineers, overseeing projects, and ensuring quality delivery for our clients. This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced project manager who excels at leading exciting highway or railroad design projects. This position reports directly to Milhouse’s VP of Civil / Transportation and works in a collaborative environment that promotes innovation, work-life balance, and professional growth.

• Maintain / grow positive client relationships and assist with business development efforts to continue expansion of our transportation project portfolio
• Assure that Quality Assurance/Quality Control is being performed on every project
• Oversee and assist with the development and production of highway plans and specifications from start to finish for Illinois clients
• Lead and manage a transportation design team, providing mentorship and technical guidance
• Work on billable projects for a majority of your time. Initially, this will likely include IL 38 phase II plans, IL 251 phase I/II, and final design for five Illinois Tollway plaza
• Coach, mentor and develop staff

Requirements

Milhouse is looking for an energetic and driven Transportation Design Section Manager to join our downtown Chicago office.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering
• Technical background and experience managing projects for transportation agencies (IDOT, CDOT, Tollway, or transit/rail agencies) that utilize Bentely Microstation, OpenRoads or other transportation related software packages
• Robust organization and communication skills as required to create / execute project plans and respond to client requirements
• Excellent time management and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail and quality
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor a team
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience designing highway/roadway projects which includes 5 years of managing multiple design teams performing the work
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Illinois is required

Benefits

• Employee Referral Bonus – Bring great people on board and get paid for it.
• Generous PTO + Paid Holidays – Rest, recharge, and enjoy the moments that matter most.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Reach out to learn how your deductible could be covered 100% through Garner Health!
• Milhouse University (Cross-Functional Training) – Expand your expertise with internal training built to elevate your career and receive PDH credits for applicable training towards professional engineering licenses, etc..
• Paid Parental Leave – Bond with your new arrival — and yes, we’ll even cover a year of diapers!
• Discounted Gym Membership – Stay active with wellness options that support your fitness goals.
• Professional Development Incentives – Get rewarded for growing your skills — including bonuses for earning your P.E. License.
• Charitable Events and Activities offered through non-profit affiliate – Milhouse Charities.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Build your future with confidence.
• Voluntary Coverages – Take control of your well-being with added coverage options.
• Employee Education & Development Program – Tuition assistance and learning opportunities to keep you moving forward.
• Competitive Base Salary – Earn what you're worth in a performance-driven culture.
• Extracurricular Sports Teams – Join our summer Volleyball and Softball squads for fun off the clock.
• Employee Recognition Program – Be celebrated for the impact you make.
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability – We’ve got your back when life takes unexpected turns.
• Transit Benefits Program – Save on your daily commute.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance