Project Manager - Municipal
Atwell, LLC · Vernon Hills, IL · 3 wk ago
On-siteProject Management$95k/yrFull-time
About the role
Atwell, LLC is seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager with a strong background in government projects to lead high impact projects. This role involves shaping communities through thoughtful design and taking ownership of challenging, high-profile projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead full cycle project delivery from proposal to closeout for government projects
- Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and leadership to ensure success, profitability, and technical excellence
- Oversee project budgets, proposals, contracts, scopes, and schedules
- Mentor and direct project teams; promote internal communication and knowledge sharing
- Maintain strong client relationships and represent Atwell in all external communications
- Tackle complex engineering and permitting challenges with the autonomy to influence project direction and outcomes
Requirements
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
- 8 plus years of experience in government projects or land development
- Deep understanding of local development codes, permitting processes, and construction practices
- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and client expectations
Qualifications
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Skills
- Project management software proficiency (e.g., Primavera, Microsoft Project)
- Understanding of federal, state, and local regulations
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Effective time management and organizational skills
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible work schedules
- Travel Vouchers for tenure awards
- 401(k) match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
- Employee referral bonus
- Dependent care assistance
- Life, disability, and critical illness insurance
- Work/life balance programs
Pay
$95,000 USD - $140,000 USD
Schedule
Full-time position