Senior Engineer/Project Manager (Traffic)

AtkinsRéalis • Chicago, IL

93d • $130,000 - $170,000

About The Position

AtkinsRéalis is growing fast in the U.S.—and there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of our journey. We’re committed to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. That means creating solutions that matter, and building a workplace where every voice is heard, every perspective counts, and everyone belongs. By connecting people, data, and technology across our global network, we’re tackling some of the world’s most complex challenges. And we’re looking for passionate, driven professionals like you to help shape what’s next. Let’s build the future—together. We are seeking a Senior Engineer/Project Manager - Traffic to join our team in Chicago, IL. AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. For over 50 years, we’ve partnered with public and private clients across the U.S. to deliver infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management. Our depth and breadth of expertise enables us to tackle the most technically complex and time-sensitive projects—driving innovation, resilience, and real-world impact where it matters most.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in project production and technical professional activities.
• 4+ years’ experience as a Project Manager is required.
• Extensive experience working with transportation planning and design projects for IDOT.
• Previous work with Chicago MAP, Illinois Tollway, and county/municipal clients highly desired.
• Illinois PE license is required.
• Very strong financial management, team management, and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills, public speaking, and persuasive ability.

Responsibilities

• Utilize existing IDOT and Illinois Tollway, and industry relationships to identify and pursue business opportunities.
• Possess a background in winning and serving clients on major projects.
• Provide leadership and mentoring while driving the strategic plan for the office.
• Participate in strategic planning for the office to maximize profitability, marketing capabilities, operational efficiencies, and quality.
• Lead and engage with personnel by reviewing and evaluating workload, resource planning, project performance, and business development opportunities.
• Assist project staff in developing work plans; review and approve schedules, budgets, project milestone dates, and work products.
• Oversee financial performance of projects; assist project staff in identifying potential problems to ensure remedial actions are promptly taken to avoid financial losses and client dissatisfaction.
• Serve as a technical manager and/or project manager for projects; provide technical oversight.
• Ensure QA/QC procedures are being implemented.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• Company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Leaves of absence options.
• Flexible work options.
• Recognition and employee satisfaction programs.
• Employee assistance program.
• Voluntary benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees