Engineering Project Manager - Land Development

CAGE Engineering•Lakewood, IL

1d•$90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

CAGE is a highly respected leader in civil engineering, surveying, and construction management services, known for our expertise in land development consulting. Our team of professionals is dedicated to delivering innovative and high-quality solutions tailored to our clients’ unique needs. Committed to excellence and integrity, CAGE offers a collaborative and supportive work environment where employees can thrive and grow. Join us and become part of a company that values expertise, fosters professional development, and drives impactful projects that shape communities for the better. Position Overview: As a Project Manager at CAGE, you'll be coordinating, guiding, and supervising all team endeavors, covering tasks such as handling production documents, client management, internal team dynamics, and project finances. Your key role involves enhancing team efficiency through staff development, aligning individual strengths with project requirements, and preempting obstacles, both internal and external. Pivotal to the role, you'll foster robust internal relationships and cultivate a substantial client network.

Requirements

BS in Engineering from an accredited university.
7+ years of professional experience.
Demonstrated track record of success as a project engineer with a strong technical background.
Established strong relationships with both clients and internal team members.
Proficient in project design & coordination.
Skillful in task delegation, allowing for efficient management focus.
Possesses excellent communication skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Consistently delivers profitable projects independently or with minimal supervision.
Effective in managing client relationships with the intent to generate a repeat client in every instance.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Manage, lead, and oversee all team activities including production documents, client management, internal team management and project financials.
Increase overall effectiveness of the team by developing staff, aligning individual team member strengths, and identifying potential obstacles (both internal and external).
Negotiate strong contracts and clearly define project scope within proposals.
Make critical decisions to ensure projects maintain schedule and scope.
Consistently reinforce the CAGE Brand Promises and drive all aspects of projects to provide superior customer service.
Delegate project tasks to team members in a timely fashion and provide clear direction on tasks, expectation on deliverables, and establish clear deadlines with team member affirmation.

Benefits

Strategic Growth & Leadership
Clear career pathways and advancement opportunities
Leadership development and executive training
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Culture & Connection
Collaborative, inclusive work environment
Annual all-hands meeting, team social events, book clubs, and cause-driven initiatives
Rewarding Compensation
Compensation: $90,000 – $110,000
The salary range provided is a general guideline. Final compensation will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, and overall alignment with the role and company needs.
Bonus opportunities tied to performance
Health & Wellness
Medical, dental & vision coverage (including HSA options)
Mental wellness support and wellness reimbursement
Time Off & Flexibility
Flex Time Off - no accruals
Paid parental leave
30-day sabbatical after 5 years
7 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
Secure Your Future
401(k) with an up to 4% company match - fully vested on day one
Life and disability insurance
Employee discounts