Manager - Civil Engineering, Transportation
Chicago, Illinois
Civil-Transportation – Transportation /
Full Time /
On-site
Milhouse is excited to welcome a Manager - Civil Engineering, Transportation to our Civil team! If you are open-minded, solution driven with a forward thinking attitude and consider yourself a great mentor then this may be the opportunity for you!
As an integral member of our leadership team and a technical leader, you will oversee our Transportation Team in new and existing IDOT, CDOT, Illinois Tollway, Cook County, and municipal projects. In addition, you will be responsible for the quality, schedule and productivity of our work.
You will lead the young and energetic transportation team while aiming for significant growth nationally both in head count, revenue and even to reach a level of independence as a standalone business unit with your contribution. It is all within reach, as we add more strong leaders to our Milhouse Family!
**Please note this role will follow our hybrid schedule of 4 days in-office at either our downtown Chicago office or Lombard office.
What you will do:
- Supervises and/or performs work involving the preparation of roadway and highway design using the appropriate client standards at both conceptual and final design levels.
- Assignment or assumption of Project Manager roles, depending on the project
- Maintaining and developing client relationships
- Manage the quality, schedule and budget of transportation projects to meet client and Milhouse requirements.
- Strong organization and communication skills as required to create and execute project plans, respond to client requirements in a timely fashion and recommend improvements to the operations of the Transportation Division.
- Preparation of the technical portion of proposals and working with Marketing Department
- Responsible for growing the backlog of Milhouse transportation work and ensuring group profitability
- Assuring that Quality Assurance/Quality Control is being performed on every project
- Coaching/mentoring and developing staff.
- Creating and enforcing project quality plans.
Who you are:
- A thorough knowledge of MicroStation
- Preferred experience with OpenRoads, AutoTURN and other Bentley and other vendor transportation related software packages.
- Knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
- Membership in one professional organization
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Your background:
- Civil Engineering Degree from an ABET accredited institution.
- A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience designing highway/roadway projects which includes 5 years of managing design teams performing the work.
- Demonstrated experience and success working with IDOT, CDOT, CCDOTH, Tollway, and area municipalities.
- Registration as a Professional Civil or Structural Engineer is required, Illinois PE registration preferred.
- Licenses in the various other states, which we operate in.
- Experience with business development and marketing of clients required.
At Milhouse Engineering & Construction, 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.
$141,400 - $178,100 a year
The actual base pay depends upon many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
While we provide a range, we'd love to hear from you if you are in or outside of this range as we are always looking to cater roles to the Talent we find!!
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.
