Salary
💰 $150,000 - $190,000 per year
About the role
- Oversee and be responsible for all of the roadway design team’s projects and staff for the State of Illinois
- Mentor the Roadway Team Managers and Project Managers; drive project profitability, quality, and accountability among Project Managers
- Investigate and develop new clients within Illinois; expand the roadway design teams footprint in existing offices and potentially new Illinois offices
- Foster a positive work environment while collaborating with sales and revenue leadership and the Discipline Leader to expand the firm's market share within the State
- Coordinate with Discipline Leaders and Regional Leaders to develop and implement operational strategies aligned with overall company objectives
- Direct division personnel and activities for project success; collaborate with Project Managers on client interactions; monitor project progress, perform QC/QA, and prepare reports
- Ensure project deliverables are completed on time and within budget; plan, organize, and direct department activities, including project management, design, and construction oversight
- Direct multiple staff among the Illinois Roadway team, identify staffing needs, participate in recruiting and hiring, conduct performance appraisals, and promote a positive work culture
- Work closely with regional leadership and the Discipline Leader to develop and implement growth strategies; support client engagement and foster strong client relationships
- Oversee financial aspects of the division, improve productivity and efficiency, collaborate on budget development, implement cost control measures, and ensure accurate financial reporting
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
- Typically requires 20+ years of progressive experience in Roadway/Highway design engineering with demonstrated leadership capabilities.
- Extensive experience working on roadway design projects with IDOT and other Illinois municipalities.
- Extensive knowledge of industry trends and best practices.
- Strong analytical skills and business acumen to make informed decisions regarding resource allocation and financial management.
- Progressive ability, capacity, and aptitude in administration to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate technical work and to obtain cooperation from others.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Strong written and verbal communication skills