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Stanleygroup11mo ago
USD 159200–214100/yr

Senior Highway Project Manager

United StatesUnited States·ChicagoFull-Timesenior
OperationsOtherProject ManagerProject & Program Management
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Stanley Consultants is an award-winning and industry-leading global consulting engineering firm, with an unmatched commitment to culture, values, and ethics. We are dedicated to client experience and solve the most complex challenges to create a sustainable, connected, and enriched world for all.

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Stanley Consultants is an award-winning and industry-leading global consulting engineering firm, with an unmatched commitment to culture, values, and ethics. We are dedicated to client experience and solve the most complex challenges to create a sustainable, connected, and enriched world for all. As the world changes, Stanley strategically evolves with it, integrating the latest technology, innovation, and resiliency practices.
 
With over a century of experience serving the energy, federal government, transportation, and water sectors, we have helped improve lives and shape the infrastructure systems that connect us. As an employee-owned organization with a People First approach, we stand apart from other engineering consulting and services firms. At Stanley, your voice counts, your growth matters, and your success is our success.
 
Stanley Consultants offers flexible work options, competitive pay and great benefits, a strong sense of community, and the chance to build a meaningful, long-term career!

Job Title - Senior Highway Project Manager
Location - Chicago, IL
Job Type – Hybrid
Requisition ID - SENIO005964
 
Are you motivated, energetic and connected with clients, contractors and subconsultants in the A/E/C industry? Is your passion for leading transportation projects contagious? Do you enjoy executing winning strategies for pursuits? Is work/life balance important to you? If this describes you, we are looking for a talented and ambitious Senior Highway Project Manager in our Chicago, Illinois office. Lead the planning, management, and execution of highway projects, including roadway studies and design, drainage and utility systems, preliminary and final design, construction document preparation, cost estimating, project scheduling, and the delivery of large, complex highway corridors.
 
This position presents exciting challenges and opportunities to lead and manage Stanley's projects, contribute to business development in the transportation market, actively participate in professional organizations and technical committees, and promote collaboration and growth within our Chicago office.
  • Plan, manage, and lead transportation projects, ranging from small to medium highways and local roads to complex, multi-disciplinary freeway and interchange projects.
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources, overseeing scope, schedule, and QA/QC to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
  • Collaborate across disciplines to drive the successful delivery of complex projects.
  • Assist in the development of marketing strategies for transportation project opportunities.
  • Participate in the RFP/RFQ process, including proposal preparation, interviews, project scoping, fee estimation, and negotiations.
  • Act as the client liaison, fostering strong relationships.
  • Represent the company at public meetings, conferences, interviews, and industry events.
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
  • Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • A minimum of 15 years of experience managing, designing, and delivering Illinois transportation projects.
  • Experience as the Project Manager on Illinois DOT projects.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and lead teams across disciplines.
  • Experience collaborating with clients such as the Illinois Tollway, county departments of transportation, and local government agencies.
  • Experience with alternative delivery projects.
  • Location & Eligibility

    Where is the job
    Chicago, United States
    Hybrid — some on-site time required
    Who can apply
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    Posted
    May 22, 2025
    First seen
    March 26, 2026
    Last seen
    May 9, 2026

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    Senior Highway Project ManagerUSD 159200–214100