Hybrid Transportation Design Section Manager

at Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc.

• Job title: Transportation Design Section Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: $141,000 - $215,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Chicago, United States

About the role

• Transportation Design Section Manager managing a team of engineers at Milhouse Engineering in Chicago. Overseeing highway and railroad design projects with a focus on quality and innovation.

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

• 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. **