Transportation Engineering Manager

STRM Recruiting•Springfield, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

STRM has partnered with a great client to help them find a Transportation Engineering Manager to lead a Springfield-based transportation practice serving Central Illinois. This role is responsible for strategic direction, client engagement, operational oversight, and delivery of transportation and civil engineering projects, including work with IDOT District 6, the Central Bureau, counties, and municipalities. The attached job descriptions position this seat as a leadership role driving growth, project delivery, team development, and regional client relationships.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license required
12–15+ years of experience in transportation and civil engineering
Proven leadership and project management experience in transportation engineering
Strong experience with IDOT Phase I/II processes and the BDE Manual
Familiarity with Central Illinois project delivery standards
Demonstrated ability to manage financial performance, staffing, and operations
Experience with P&L oversight
Proficiency in MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer
Experience with project management software
Understanding of state and federal funding programs (MFT, ITEP, Rebuild Illinois)
Strong communication and client-facing skills
Demonstrated leadership and team-building capability
Strategic, organized, and growth-oriented mindset
Ability to develop client relationships and grow a regional practice
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Ability to travel to client offices, project sites, and industry events
Ability to perform office duties and occasional field visits

Responsibilities

Lead the growth and operational direction of the Springfield transportation group
Set strategic goals, forecast revenue, and manage departmental P&L
Plan staffing needs, resource allocation, and long-term team development
Help shape the direction of the regional transportation practice through operational and strategic leadership
Serve as Principal-in-Charge for key accounts, including IDOT and municipal clients
Lead proposal strategy, including Go/No-Go decisions, interviews, and pursuit efforts
Identify and pursue new business opportunities across Central Illinois
Represent the organization in professional associations and industry settings
Strengthen relationships with IDOT, counties, and municipalities
Provide oversight for transportation planning and Phase I/II design projects
Manage project delivery, budgets, schedules, and QA/QC processes
Enforce quality standards and engineering best practices
Serve as the escalation point for complex technical or contractual matters
Oversee contract administration, including scoping, negotiation, and change management
Manage and mentor engineering staff
Lead recruitment, onboarding, and performance reviews
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and growth-oriented team environment
Support staff development through mentoring and knowledge sharing
Oversee and mentor a multidisciplinary team

Benefits

Competitive base salary with annual performance bonus opportunities
Comprehensive health coverage (PPO and HSA-PPO plans), plus dental, vision, and life insurance
Employer HSA contributions and supplemental coverage up to $2,500
Short-term and long-term disability, FSAs, and wellness programs
401(k) Profit-Sharing Plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 6% and immediate vesting
Student loan assistance program
Lifestyle Spending Account
Paid holidays and generous PTO
Flexible work options (hybrid/remote)
Continuing education, licensure support, and professional development
Employee referral bonuses, recognition programs, and employee assistance programs