Senior Project Manager Engineering (Public Works)

MSA Professional Services•Champaign, IL

27d•$99,000 - $159,000

About The Position

MSA is excited to announce an opportunity for a Senior Project Manager Engineering at our Champaign, IL office. This position is on our Public Works Service line and works closely with a wide variety of Wisconsin municipal clients as a project manager for civil engineering projects. Projects may range from roads, utilites, water/sewer, site development, wastewater, and more. Flexible working arrangements are available for this position and it also is Flex Time eligible. Flex Time is a benefit for salaried staff that recognizes when you work over 40-hours in a work week and anything over 40-hours in a week converts to future time off that you can use. Why MSA? Innovation and Impact: Work with cutting-edge technology and make a real impact on the built environment. Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive team where your contributions are valued and your growth is nurtured. Employee-Owned: Benefit from our 100% employee-owned ESOP program and share in the success you help create. Diverse Projects: Every day is different with a wide range of projects that challenge and inspire. Why MSA? Better Together: A collaborative environment that values open ideas, diversity, and authenticity. Our diverse perspectives fuel innovation and success in our employee-owned firm. Multi-disciplinary Opportunities: Follow your interests, explore new experiences, and apply your skills where they have the most impact. We've Got Your Back: Enjoy support when you need it and independence when you don't. We are 400+ strong, working as one cohesive team. Passion & Purpose: We're passionate about our work and proud of it! Share inspirations, "geek out," and think big with us. Pay & Perks: Competitive pay and unique perks that make MSA stand out. Communities of Practice: Our think tanks and idea generators-regular collaboration and learning opportunities. Work-Life Integration: Life doesn't stop when work begins. We support your professional and personal balance. Commitment to Learning: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and cutting-edge technology to keep you connected and creative. Community Engagement: Giving back through volunteering, education, STEM outreach, and event participation, backed by corporate sponsorship and donations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or related) required
10+ years of prior experience within the Public Works market serving multiple clients required
Experience in managing multiple projects and client needs required
The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. We are unable to provide or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.

Nice To Haves

PE license strongly preferred
Extensive knowledge of regulations and requirements within Illinois preferred
Experience with funding and grants available to municipalities preferred

Responsibilities

Client relations including attendance at client meetings and interaction with existing and new clients
Project management including project planning, scoping, budgeting and QA/QC
Design of public works infrastructure projects
Assist with mentoring junior engineering staff
Preparation of plans, details, specifications, and bidding documents
Preparation of technical reports and regulatory permits for projects
Administration of construction on public works infrastructure projects

Benefits

Quality Insurance Options: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
Paid Time Off: Minimum of 17 days in the first year for full-time employees
Paid Holidays: 8 holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave: 2 weeks for both parents, with additional time for birth parents under MSA's Short Term Paid Leave
Supplemental Insurance: 100% paid life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): 100% employee-owned, with stock provided at no cost
401k Retirement Savings Plan: Generous employer match, immediately 100% vested
Short Term Incentive (STIP) bonus

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