Transportation Engineering Lead | Preliminary Engineering Phase I

We are seeking an experienced Transportation Engineering Lead to provide senior technical leadership and project management for complex transportation infrastructure projects throughout Illinois. This role will serve as a technical authority and project lead for high-profile Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and Illinois Tollway Phase I studies including preliminary engineering feasibility studies corridor planning alternatives analysis and environmental documentation.

The Impact Youll Make

• Lead Phase I transportation engineering projects for IDOT Illinois Tollway municipalities and other public agencies.
• Manage preliminary engineering and feasibility studies for highways roadways interchanges bridges and multimodal transportation improvements.
• Direct alternatives analyses corridor studies concept development and engineering evaluations.
• Oversee preparation of Phase I engineering documents technical reports design studies and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including roadway structures traffic drainage utilities environmental geotechnical and right-of-way specialists.
• Serve as the primary client contact and maintain strong relationships with IDOT Illinois Tollway local agencies and stakeholders.
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for engineering deliverables.
• Lead project planning scope development budgeting scheduling staffing and risk management.
• Participate in public involvement meetings agency coordination meetings and stakeholder presentations.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers while promoting technical excellence throughout the organization.
• Support proposal development interviews and strategic business development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with IDOT Bureau of Design and Environment (BDE) Manual Illinois Tollway standards NEPA requirements and applicable federal and state regulations.

Qualifications :

The Expertise Youll Bring

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Illinois (required).
• 12 years of progressive transportation engineering experience with significant emphasis on preliminary engineering and Phase I studies.
• Demonstrated experience leading IDOT and Illinois Tollway projects.
• Extensive knowledge of:
  • Phase I Engineering
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Alternatives Analysis
  • Corridor Studies
  • NEPA documentation
  • Environmental coordination
  • Preliminary roadway geometric design
  • Agency permitting and approvals
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams and multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong client management leadership communication and presentation skills.
• Experience developing project scopes schedules and budgets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with CMAP planning initiatives and municipal transportation projects.
• Working knowledge of Phase II design and construction engineering services.
• Established relationships with IDOT districts Illinois Tollway staff and local public agencies.
• Experience leading pursuits and winning transportation infrastructure projects.

Additional Information :

Why Youll Thrive at Egis

At Egis youll do more than build your careeryoull help shape the future of infrastructure. As we continue to expand across the United States were looking for curious collaborative professionals who are passionate about solving complex challenges and delivering projects that improve communities and create lasting impact.

Whether youre launching your career or bringing years of experience youll have the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading experts collaborate across disciplines and borders and contribute to projects that transform the way people live move and connect. Here youll be empowered to take on meaningful work develop new skills and grow your career with the support of a global engineering leader.

What Sets Egis Apart

• Meaningful Projects  Contribute to complex infrastructure projects that strengthen communities and improve quality of life.
• Global Expertise Local Impact  Collaborate with technical specialists across North America and around the world while delivering solutions that make a difference locally.
• Career Growth  Expand your skills through mentorship professional development technical training and leadership opportunities.
• A Culture of Collaboration  Thrive in an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued innovation is encouraged and teamwork drives success.
• Opportunity to Grow with Us  Join a rapidly expanding organization where your ideas contributions and career can grow alongside the business.

Total Rewards That Support You

We believe great work starts with supporting our people. Thats why Egis offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to promote your health well-being financial security and professional growth including:

• Competitive medical dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and flexible holiday program
• Flexible work arrangements including hybrid and remote opportunities where business needs allow
• Life insurance and disability coverage including maternity leave
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Paid family leave
• Wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being
• Education assistance professional development and continuing learning opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount programs

Compensation & Pay Transparency 

At Egis we believe transparency helps candidates make informed career decisions. As part of our commitment to an open and equitable hiring process weve included the anticipated base salary range for this position below.

Anticipated Base Salary Range: $00 per year

Were committed to making competitive offers that recognize the unique experience expertise and value each candidate brings to our team.

In addition to base salary this position may be eligible for incentive compensation where applicable and a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes health benefits retirement savings paid time off professional development opportunities and other employee programs.

Equal Employer

Egis is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Egis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

All positions at Egis require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation motor vehicle verification education verification employment verification a criminal check search against global sanctions and government watch lists and drug tests. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening.

Privacy Policies

An affirmative action participant EOE M/F/D/V/SO

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time