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Milhouse is looking for an energetic and driven Transportation Design Manager to join our downtown Chicago office. As the Section Manager of Transportation Design, you will be responsible for managing your own team of talented engineers, overseeing projects, and ensuring quality delivery for our clients. This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced project manager who excels at leading exciting highway or railroad design projects. This position reports directly to Milhouse’s VP of Civil / Transportation and works in a collaborative environment that promotes innovation, work-life balance, and professional growth. What you will do: Lead and manage a transportation design team, providing mentorship and technical guidance Oversee and assist with the development and production of highway plans and specifications from start to finish for Illinois clients Maintain / grow positive client relationships and assist with business development efforts to continue expansion of our transportation project portfolio Coach, mentor and develop staff Promote a culture of innovation and work-life balance Assure that Quality Assurance/Quality Control is being performed on every project Work on billable projects for a majority of your time. Initially, this will likely include IL 38 phase II plans, IL 251 phase I/II, and final design for five Illinois Tollway plaza Who you are: Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor a team Technical background and experience managing projects for transportation agencies (IDOT, CDOT, Tollway, or transit/rail agencies) that utilize Bentely Microstation, OpenRoads or other transportation related software packages Excellent time management and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail and quality Robust organization and communication skills as required to create / execute project plans and respond to client requirements Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience designing highway/roadway projects which includes 5 years of managing multiple design teams performing the work Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Illinois is required At Milhouse, we’re more than just a place to work — we’re a place to grow, thrive, and be celebrated. Here’s how we invest in you: Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Reach out to learn how your deductible could be covered 100% through Garner Health ! Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability – We’ve got your back when life takes unexpected turns. Voluntary Coverages – Take control of your well-being with added coverage options. Discounted Gym Membership – Stay active with wellness options that support your fitness goals. Competitive Base Salary – Earn what you're worth in a performance-driven culture. 401(k) Retirement Plan – Build your future with confidence. Professional Development Incentives – Get rewarded for growing your skills — including bonuses for earning your P.E. License . Milhouse University (Cross-Functional Training) – Expand your expertise with internal training built to elevate your career and receive PDH credits for applicable training towards professional engineering licenses, etc.. Employee Education & Development Program – Tuition assistance and learning opportunities to keep you moving forward. Generous PTO + Paid Holidays – Rest, recharge, and enjoy the moments that matter most. Paid Parental Leave – Bond with your new arrival — and yes, we’ll even cover a year of diapers! Extracurricular Sports Teams – Join our summer Volleyball and Softball squads for fun off the clock. Employee Recognition Program – Be celebrated for the impact you make. Employee Referral Bonus – Bring great people on board and get paid for it. Transit Benefits Program – Save on your daily commute. Charitable Events and Activities offered through non-profit affiliate – Milhouse Charities. Milhouse is a pay transparency non-discrimination organization committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We ensure that all employees are compensated fairly and without bias, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, effective January 1, 2025, we include pay scales and benefits in all job postings and ensure that all promotion opportunities are communicated to current employees within 14 days of external postings. Additionally, we participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and uphold compliance with federal requirements. Why Join the Civil Team? Here's why: If you are looking to join an energetic and growing department, then the Milhouse Civil team might be the perfect fit for you. Beyond exciting Architectural, Transportation, Site Civil, and Structural project opportunities of all sizes and complexities, the Civil team also holds monthly team lunches and quarterly socials. We want to ensure that all our team members are engaged and maintaining the work life balance that is necessary to maximize their potential. If this sounds like a fit for you, then apply today! Here's a little information on Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc.: Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. was founded in 2001 with the goal of building the best engineering company in the country. It was based on the belief that if we hired great people, fueled their passion while challenging them to excel, and maintained a laser focus on the needs of your clients, success would come- and so it has. Our portfolio of successful projects continues to grow, our family of highly satisfied clients continues to expand, and our staff just gets better and better. We are a unique, Chicago-based firm whose collective passion, vision and expertise has led to phenomenal growth! With more than 500+ talented professionals and offices across the globe, Milhouse offers a dynamic work environment where there is no limit to what you can achieve if you are willing to go after it. Our people are the cornerstone of our organization, and key to our success. Join a remarkably talented team that shares a passion for what they do and a vision for improving communities around the world through innovative engineering and construction. Click here to see who we are, and how our people drive our culture each & every day. Click here to see all of our awards and how many times we've won Chicago’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For! Important Notice to US Applicants Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. is an at-will employer. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Milhouse is looking for an energetic and driven Transportation Design Manager to join our downtown Chicago office.
Lead and manage a transportation design team, providing mentorship and technical guidance
Oversee and assist with the development and production of highway plans and specifications from start to finish for Illinois clients
Maintain / grow positive client relationships and assist with business development efforts to continue expansion of our transportation project portfolio
Coach, mentor and develop staff
Promote a culture of innovation and work-life balance
Assure that Quality Assurance/Quality Control is being performed on every project
Work on billable projects for a majority of your time. Initially, this will likely include IL 38 phase II plans, IL 251 phase I/II, and final design for five Illinois Tollway plaza
Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor a team
Excellent time management and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail and quality
Robust organization and communication skills as required to create / execute project plans and respond to client requirements
Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering
A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience designing highway/roadway projects which includes 5 years of managing multiple design teams performing the work
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Illinois is required
At Milhouse, we’re more than just a place to work — we’re a place to grow, thrive, and be celebrated. Here’s how we invest in you:
Voluntary Coverages – Take control of your well-being with added coverage options.
Competitive Base Salary – Earn what you're worth in a performance-driven culture.
Professional Development Incentives – Get rewarded for growing your skills — including bonuses for earning your P.E. License .
Milhouse University (Cross-Functional Training) – Expand your expertise with internal training built to elevate your career and receive PDH credits for applicable training towards professional engineering licenses, etc..
Employee Education & Development Program – Tuition assistance and learning opportunities to keep you moving forward.
Generous PTO + Paid Holidays – Rest, recharge, and enjoy the moments that matter most.
Extracurricular Sports Teams – Join our summer Volleyball and Softball squads for fun off the clock.
Employee Recognition Program – Be celebrated for the impact you make.

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Employee Referral Bonus – Bring great people on board and get paid for it.

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