Senior Transportation Manager at Terrelonge Staffing Solutions Inc. in Schaumburg, Illinois, United States
- Company: Terrelonge Staffing Solutions Inc.
- Location: Schaumburg, Illinois, United States
- Posted: Sep 20, 2026
- Type: Full-time
- Salary: $160,000.00 - $177,000.00
- Experience: 15+ years
Overview
A well-established civil engineering firm is seeking an experienced Director of Transportation to lead one of its largest departments. This role is based in Schaumburg, IL, with a hybrid work schedule (3 days in-office per week, with at least 5 days in-office during the first two months).
Job description
- A well-established civil engineering firm is seeking an experienced Director of Transportation to lead one of its largest departments. This role is based in Schaumburg, IL, with a hybrid work schedule (3 days in-office per week, with at least 5 days in-office during the first two months).
Responsibilities
- Leadership & Oversight: Manage a team of 20 professionals, including 3 Project Managers and 17 transportation staff reporting through the PMs.
- Strategic & Operational Management: Oversee county and municipal transportation projects, focusing on Phase 1 and Phase 2 of roadway, highway, and bridge design.
- Project & Client Management: Track and prioritize project backlog, ensuring client expectations are met and aligning with operational goals.
- Business Development: Drive growth by building relationships, identifying opportunities, and implementing best practices.
- Department Standards & Procedures: Establish and maintain quality standards while fostering a culture of excellence.
Requirements
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- 15+ years of experience in transportation engineering, with a strong background in roadway, highway, and bridge design.
- Proven experience leading and managing engineering teams.
- Expertise in county and municipal transportation projects (Phases 1 & 2).
- Strong leadership, communication, and business development skills.
- Extroverted leader with strong communication skills
- Proven ability to develop new business and build lasting client relationships
- Motivated by career growth and leadership opportunities (not solely financial incentives)
Skills
Required
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Leadership
- Communication
- Business development
- Team management
- Transportation engineering
- Roadway, highway, and bridge design
Benefits
- Salary up to $177K + annual pay increases & bonuses
- $1,000 sign-on bonus + cellphone reimbursement
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) with a 4% match
- Flexible PTO based on industry tenure (10+ years recognized)
- Hybrid work flexibility