Transportation Project Manager

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States CDM Smith Full time

This role as a Project Technical Leader involves overseeing site design projects nationwide, with a focus on CTA, Metra, and other Chicago-area clients.

You'll manage technical aspects, ensuring accuracy, driving the technical vision, and mentoring staff. Responsibilities include project financials, client coordination, compliance with regulations, and ensuring firm policies are followed.

Key responsibilities include leading the development of large-scale mass transit projects, sign off on designs, and update requirements as needed. The role also includes site inspections, proposal creation, and client meetings. Additionally, you'll mentor junior staff, offering technical guidance and supervising their work.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline, and a Professional Engineer license. At least 10 years of related experience is required, with domestic and/or international travel possible.

Preferred qualifications include IL PE and ability to get reciprocity in other states, with a preference for FL and TN. Strong background in civil site design, preferably with clients like CTA, Metra, and/or Illinois Municipal roadway/highway design projects, is also desired.

This is a full-time, regular position with hybrid work options available. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.



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