Senior Project Manager Traffic / TransportationLocation: Chicago, IL

A well-established consulting firm is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to support and grow its traffic and transportation team in Chicago.
The firm partners with private developers, major event venues, institutions, and large-scale real estate projects across the region and the U.S.
The company culture emphasizes technical growth, knowledge sharing, and close collaboration with supportive senior leadership.

Position Overview:

Ideal for a seasoned traffic professional with strong technical skills and proven project management experience.
Responsible for leading and delivering mostly Phase 1 traffic studies, transportation planning, traffic operations, and event management projects.
Significant involvement in traffic programming and operations for high-profile assignments such as sports tournaments, large private developments, concerts, resorts, and other major events.

Key Focus Areas:

Syncro Programming: Approximately 50% of the role will focus on traffic modeling and analysis using Syncro and related tools.
Traffic Management: 40% of responsibilities include planning, coordinating, and implementing traffic management plans for urban and suburban projects.
Traffic Design: About 10% will involve design work for traffic signals, signage, and roadway improvements.
Work will be strictly focused on traffic/transportation no bridge or bicycle engineering required.

Responsibilities:

Lead Phase 1 traffic studies and transportation planning assignments in the Chicago metro area.
Manage traffic and parking operations for major events, coordinating with stakeholders, public agencies, and private developers.
Oversee multiple active projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
Support business development by maintaining strong client relationships and ideally bringing an existing network or book of business.
Collaborate closely with senior leadership and other project managers to deliver complex, high-visibility projects.
Supervise and mentor junior staff, delegating work and supporting professional development.
Prepare and present reports, proposals, and public testimony as needed.
Represent the firm with professionalism in meetings with clients, municipal agencies, and contractors.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering is required.
Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is mandatory.
810 years of proven experience in traffic engineering, traffic impact studies, transportation planning, traffic management, and design.
Proficiency in Syncro and traffic modeling required.
Solid understanding of state and local traffic study requirements in Illinois.
Effective communicator with experience presenting to public agencies and stakeholders.
Demonstrated success in managing client relationships; having an existing network of contacts or clients is a plus.
Valid drivers license and ability to travel locally for meetings and field visits.

Benefits:

Senior Project Manager – Traffic / Transportation