Senior Project Manager - Traffic

Atlas Atlas • Chicago, IL

1d • $165,000 - $240,000

About The Position

This professional will help lead high-impact traffic and transportation projects that shape how people move through Chicago, surrounding communities and across the nationimproving safety, mobility, and quality of life. From conceptual planning through final design and construction, theyll drive complex, multi-phase roadway and traffic engineering initiatives for major public agencies and stakeholders. Its an opportunity to leave a visible, lasting mark on critical infrastructure across the region. A successful candidate brings deep expertise in traffic engineering, proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams, and the ability to confidently guide clients, agencies, and communities through complex decisions. Their success will be defined by delivering technically excellent, on-time, and on-budget projects while mentoring future leaders and strengthening long-term client relationships. Ultimately, they will be trusted as both a technical authority and a strategic partner who consistently elevates project outcomes. Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in civil engineering or similar required
• A minimum of 15 years of professional experience, a minimum of 10 years of traffic engineering experience, and 5+ years of project management and client interface experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) License (Required), Illinois PE
• Strong oral and technical writing skills
• A strong competency with IDOT, Illinois Tollway, regional counties and/or CDOT Phase I/II project processing with specific emphasis on roadway and traffic engineering and operations projects
• A strong familiarity with the MUTCD, Illinois Supplement of the MUTCD, Illinois Vehicle Code and other relevant state and national traffic engineering and traffic law publications
• The ability to travel 20% of the time

Nice To Haves

• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) Certification preferred or the ability to acquire within 6 months
• Familiarity with MicroStation (preferably ORD experience), Synchro, HCS, SIDRA, VISSIM, ProjectWise and BlueBeam
• Current membership with committee/board involvement in related professional organizations such as ITE, ACEC, ACEC, APWA, NCUTCD, etc. are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Coordination
• Report to the Chief of Traffic Engineering Services
• Direct and coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, technicians, and consultants
• Mentor junior staff and foster a collaborative work environment
• Assign tasks and monitor progress to ensure milestones are met on schedule and budgets are monitored and managed
• Strategic Planning & Oversight
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
• Ensure all roadway design and construction activities align with jurisdictional standards
• Oversee multiple phases of traffic projectsincluding conceptual planning, preliminary/final design and construction
• Assist with proposal writing and strategic project pursuit planning
• Assist with business development and client relationship building
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, government agencies, and community stakeholders
• Lead presentations, public hearings, and meetings to communicate project goals and updates

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our quality of life core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees