Senior Project Manager – NEPA/Phase I

Michael Baker International

. Lead and manage IDOT Phase I engineering and NEPA studies for roadway, intersection, interchange, bridge, safety, and multimodal transportation projects in accordance with applicable IDOT, FHWA, state, and federal requirements .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading IDOT Phase I engineering and NEPA studies, with strong project management capabilities in scope, budget, and schedule management. Proficient in stakeholder engagement and technical leadership in roadway design and environmental coordination.

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IDOT Phase I EngineeringNEPA StudiesProject ManagementRoadway DesignStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Transportation EngineeringAlternatives AnalysisTraffic EvaluationsEnvironmental CoordinationPreliminary Roadway Geometrics

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationRelationship BuildingMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

MicroStationOpenRoadsMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft ProjectBluebeamProjectWise

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) LicensePMPPTOE

Industry Keywords

Transportation PlanningEnvironmental StudiesPublic InvolvementQuality Assurance/Quality ControlRegulatory Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage IDOT Phase I engineering and NEPA studies for roadway, intersection, interchange, bridge, safety, and multimodal transportation projects in accordance with applicable IDOT, FHWA, state, and federal requirements
Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, staffing, quality, and overall project delivery
Lead the development and evaluation of transportation alternatives, including purpose and need, existing conditions, geometric concepts, traffic and safety analyses, environmental impacts, and preliminary cost estimates
Lead coordination with IDOT, FHWA, local agencies, regulatory agencies, stakeholders, property owners, and the public throughout project development
Plan and support public involvement activities, including stakeholder meetings, public information meetings, public hearings, and development of supporting materials
Provide technical leadership in roadway design, modeling, and plan production
Lead multidisciplinary teams across multiple offices and coordinate with subconsultants
Review plans, reports, and proposals to ensure accuracy, compliance, and quality standards
Lead QA/QC efforts, identify project risks, and resolve technical and project delivery challenges
Build and maintain strong client relationships, supporting client satisfaction and long-term partnerships
Support proposal development, business development, and pursuit of future project opportunities
Mentor and support staff development while fostering a collaborative team environment
Travel occasionally to support project and client needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Illinois, or ability to obtain within four months of hire
10+ years of transportation engineering experience with demonstrated experience leading or managing Phase I engineering, NEPA, transportation planning, or environmental studies
Strong knowledge of the IDOT Phase I project development process and NEPA requirements
Demonstrated experience with alternatives analysis, preliminary roadway geometrics, traffic and safety evaluations, environmental coordination, and development of Phase I documentation
Experience coordinating environmental resources and studies, including wetlands, threatened and endangered species, cultural resources, special waste, Section 4(f), and related environmental requirements, preferred
Experience planning and leading public and stakeholder engagement for transportation projects preferred
Strong project management skills, including demonstrated success managing scope, budgets, schedules, staffing, and project risk
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage change, and resolve complex technical challenges
Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills with clients, agencies, and internal teams
Proficiency with MicroStation/OpenRoads, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, and ProjectWise
PMP, PTOE, or other relevant professional certifications are a plus but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits