Civil Engineering - Senior Project Manager

Company: Velocity Search Group
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Senior Project Manager Department: Civil Engineering Reports to: Managing Director FLSA Status: Exempt GENERAL SUMMARY The position of Senior Project Manager monitors and tracks project progress, aged accounts, invoicing and budget, and is responsible for overall project performance and profitability. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLILITIES This position may have supervisory responsibility. ESSENTIAL DUTIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Core duties and responsibility include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Must possess a high capacity for self-motivation and be able to apply engineering knowledge to a variety of projects. Generate and manage development of design and project drawings. Interface/coordinate engineering to develop and execute design concepts. Responsible for building, maintaining and managing client relationships. Has excellent technical knowledge and management skills. Plan, direct and monitor all aspects of projects. Involved with the production and coordination of several projects concurrently. Possess strong drive, motivation and self-initiative. Communicates and coordinates project requirements with the project team and consultants. Responsible for the management, planning, scheduling, and performance of multiple engineering projects and personnel. Perform technical analysis and documentation. Manage preliminary and final design and construction phase services for municipal projects. Engage in public outreach, marketing, and client communication. Manage budget and schedule. Manage other staff members and sub-consultants. REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES Working knowledge and understanding of construction documents and building codes. Strong leadership skills ability to meet deadlines and provide high quality service to clients. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Highly organized, detail-driven and conscientious. Proficient in current version of Revit, AutoCAD, 3D Studio or Form-Z, Photoshop, MS Word and MS Excel. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelorsor masters degree in engineering. 17 years of experience. Licensure in Engineering is required. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws

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