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You will be updated with latest job alerts via email4-5years
$ 150000 - 175000
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Talent Depot is seeking a Director of Civil Engineering to lead and expand the transportation engineering portfolio for a growing engineering and planning firm in Chicago IL. This is a high-impact leadership position offering the opportunity to shape strategic direction manage top-tier projects and mentor a diverse and high-performing team. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in municipal and site design engineering and a strong track record in transportation project delivery.
Practice Leadership & Strategy
Drive growth across municipal and site design engineering services
Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic planning and operational oversight
Promote a culture of excellence collaboration and innovation
Represent the firm externally to elevate its brand and technical reputation
Project Delivery & Quality Control
Serve as Project Manager or Subject Matter Expert on major projects
Ensure high-quality deliverables that meet or exceed client expectations
Oversee operational systems to improve process efficiency and project outcomes
Track and manage project performance including revenue and profitability metrics
Team Management & Development
Lead mentor and manage a cross-disciplinary team of engineers and planners
Support employee development through training evaluation and succession planning
Recruit and retain diverse talent aligned with firm values and client needs
Business Development & Client Relations
Build and maintain strategic relationships with clients and industry partners
Participate in client-facing activities professional associations and public speaking
Identify new business opportunities including cross-sector collaboration with consulting and civil engineering teams
Pursue grants technical assistance and contracts to support client growth
Bachelor s degree in Civil Engineering or related field (PE preferred)
10 years of civil engineering experience including 4 years in a leadership role
Strong background in transportation-focused civil engineering project delivery
Experience overseeing design submittals permitting and agency coordination
Skilled in AutoCAD and Civil 3D
Ability to travel occasionally (once per month or less)
Excellent project and time management
Team leadership and mentoring experience
Strong communication and client relationship management
Business development and strategic planning exposure
Passion for innovation quality and community-centered design
Education
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent Minimum of 2+ years of electromechanical troubleshooting or testing experience Experience writing scripts using LabVIEW, Python or MATLAB Experience troubleshooting or testing electromechanical products Experience with Linux command line Familiarity with ethernet and/or CAN communication protocols Experience and working knowledge of common test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, electric load, current sensors, si
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