Senior Project Manager / Civil Engineer - Site Development

Join Psomas' growing Civil Engineering Team in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, as a Senior Project Manager where you will have the opportunity to lead meaningful site development and public works projects, build trusted client relationships, and help shape the continued growth of our northern Illinois practice. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who enjoys blending project delivery, team mentorship, and business development while working across a diverse portfolio of educational, municipal, public agency, and development projects. As part of a 100% employee-owned firm, your work will directly contribute to stronger communities, long-term client partnerships, and the shared success of a team that values collaboration, ownership, and professional growth.

About the role

This role calls for a dynamic, growth-oriented leader with an entrepreneurial spirit who can identify, pursue, and successfully deliver project opportunities while inspiring and guiding high-performing teams. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership in managing staff and multi-disciplinary project teams across offices and regions, fostering collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence. You will build, mentor, and lead a team of talented professionals through the full lifecycle of transformative projects, providing clear direction, empowering team members, and ensuring high-quality outcomes for educational, municipal, and other public sector clients throughout Illinois.

This role requires a leader who thrives in a collaborative environment, proactively engages with teams across multiple Psomas offices and time zones, and effectively aligns resources to meet project and client needs. Our Illinois team is experiencing strong growth, supported by a robust backlog of local work, and we are seeking a motivated leader to help sustain and accelerate that momentum. This position offers the opportunity to leverage a diverse pipeline of projects while partnering with engineering teams and service groups across the firm—driving innovation, strengthening cross-office collaboration, and delivering impactful, community-focused projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple site development and civil infrastructure projects from planning through construction; managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations while coordinating with agencies and external/internal teams.
• Mentor and develop engineers and technical staff while fostering a collaborative, inclusive team environment that supports professional growth.
• Support and collaborate with the regional manager and team lead on staffing, office-related managerial tasks, and workload projections.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and serve as a trusted partner to development and municipal clients, navigating Illinois agency coordination, permitting, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the development of proposals in response to Requests for Qualifications/Proposals (RFQs/RFPs), support grant funding applications, and participate in presentations/workshops/interviews. Collaborate closely with leadership and marketing throughout all aspects of business development.

Requirements

• Active Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 10+ years of relevant civil engineering experience
• 1+ years demonstrated experience leading projects, teams, and developing and maintaining client relationships
• Experience working with Illinois-based development companies, educational institutions, public agencies, and municipalities

Benefits

• Company-funded ESOP + 401(k) with immediate match
• 3/2 hybrid schedule
• 3 - 4 weeks PTO (depending on experience) plus 8 paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Discretionary bonus and recognition programs
• Clear career pathways, coaching, and leadership development
• Collaborative, people-first culture that invests in your development

Pay

Pay Range: $140,000 - $160,000