Central Illinois Branch Manager (Transportation Practice Leader)

About the role

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and grow our practice in central Illinois.
• Contribute to local, regional, and corporate strategic growth initiatives, including expansion of a multi-disciplinary transportation practice.
• Develop and manage relationships with existing and new clients.
• Represent Benesch in industry and at professional organizations and events.
• Identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits.
• Demonstrate a proven record of effectively directing multiple concurrent projects and pursuits.
• Review and verify scopes of work, budgets, and schedules.
• Actively recruit, interview, and hire individuals who can contribute to the transportation practice in central Illinois and company-wide at a high level.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Planning, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of industry experience preferred.
• A Professional Engineer license in the State of Illinois or AICP certification preferred.
• Have a strong background working with the Illinois DOT, preferably in Districts four through 9 (experience with local agency clients is a plus).
• Be located in central Illinois, preferably metro areas of Peoria, Bloomington, or Springfield and ready and able to participate in meetings and industry events.

Qualifications

• Ability to write and prepare effective and efficient project proposals and non-technical documents.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of state and local design standards, ensuring compliance and innovation.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, captivating audiences with your ideas and insights.
• Strong organization, and leadership skills with a track record for understanding and adhering to contractual requirements.
• Prominent history of adhering to design budgets and schedules, delivering on time and within scope.
• Leverage your skills in accounting and scheduling to manage projects.
• Thrive in a collaborative team environment, fostering synergy and driving collective success.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Project management experience.
• Client relationship building.
• Strategic thinking and planning.
• Technical knowledge in civil engineering and transportation.

Benefits

Benesses benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, company-paid life insurance, short term and long-term disability plans, a 401K plan with profit-sharing contributions, and generous paid time off and parental leave. We also offer a variety of wellness programs to support your overall health and well-being.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the State of Illinois Pay Transparency Act, Illinois Pay Transparency Law. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Schedule

External recruiters and staffing agencies are not compensated for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee. All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team.