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Transportation Engineer 6-Site/Civil

Lensa
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/12/2025
40252BR

Requisition ID

40252BR

Business Unit

TSU

Job Description

As an integral member of this team you will contribute to CDM Smith's success by;

  • Working as a Project Technical Leader overseeing site design projects nationwide, focusing on CTA, Metra, and other Chicago-area clients.
  • You will manage technical aspects, ensuring accuracy, and driving the technical vision of projects.
  • Responsibilities include project financials, client coordination, compliance with regulations, and ensuring firm policies are followed.
  • You will lead the development of large-scale mass transit projects, sign off on designs, and update requirements as needed.
  • The role also includes site inspections, proposal creation, and client meetings.
  • You will be mentoring junior staff, offering technical guidance and supervising their work.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Job Title

Transportation Engineer 6-Site/Civil

Group

TSO

Certification/License Requirements

Professional Engineer

Employment Type

Regular

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
  • Professional engineering (PE) license.
  • 10 years of related experience.
  • Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
  • Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

  • IL PE & ability to get reciprocity in other states, with a preference for FL and TN.
  • Strong background in civil-site design, preferably with clients like CTA, Metra, and/or Illinois Municipal roadway/highway design projects.
  • Experience managing and delivering site design projects from initiation through final design.
  • Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in conducting work in the following areas: Developing project scope of work and fee proposals, Managing task or project level budgets and schedules, Providing day-to-day direct oversight of transportation design projects, Developing project design criteria, alignments, construction plans, construction specifications, and cost estimates, Writing of technical reports, Assigning daily work, and mentoring engineers.
  • In-depth understanding of site development principles as they relate to transportation projects, such as; Site grading and drainage, Utility coordination, Utility design (water, sewer, etc.), Paving and grading, Erosion control and stormwater management, Green Infrastructure and Geotechnical considerations.
  • Experience completing Hydrologic and Hydraulic analysis of drainage systems and design of stormwater management.
  • Experience managing and delivering site design projects from initiation through final design.
  • Ability to present in front of a large group.
  • Strong communication and technical writing skills.
  • Task leader, discipline leader, or project management experience including developing project proposals and creating scope of work documents.

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Why CDM Smith?:

Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Site Location:

Illinois - Chicago

Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Amount Of Travel Required

5%

Assignment Category

Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Background Check And Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Pay Range Minimum

$109,179

Pay Range Maximum

$191,048

Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options:

Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Salary : $109,179 - $191,048

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