Central Illinois Branch Manager (Transportation Practice Leader)
Bloomington, Illinois, United States · On-site
$125k–$166k/yr
Senior+
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Central Illinois Branch Manager (Transportation Practice Leader)
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$125k–$166k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, professional certificate
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability
Posted 27d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead and grow the transportation practice in central Illinois by developing client relationships and identifying strategic project pursuits. Manage the delivery of roadway and transportation projects while recruiting and hiring a new regional team.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Planning with a preference for 10+ years of industry experience and a PE license or AICP certification. Must have a strong background working with the Illinois DOT and be located in the central Illinois region.
Full job description
Simply Put, A Great Place to Work
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 pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.
At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!
Central Illinois Branch Manager
We are searching for a dedicated individual to serve as our Central Illinois Branch Manager to lead and grow Benesch’s Transportation practice in that region. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm and energy to open a new office, build a new team, and maintain and develop client relationships in the region. This position will report to the Division Manager and offers outstanding leadership opportunities with great visibility at the state, regional, and national levels, including the potential for ownership at Benesch.
Work areas to be managed by this position include roadway and bridge design, traffic engineering, hydraulics, construction management, and transportation planning. A Professional Engineering license or AICP certification is preferred but not required as the ideal candidate will also have proven experience in business and client development and the pursuit, management, and delivery of roadway and transportation projects and services for public agencies, including Illinois DOT, counties, and municipalities.
Areas of Responsibility Include:
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.
Draw upon existing industry relationships and establish new ones to develop strategic partnerships for future 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.
What We Are Looking For
Hold a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Planning, or a related discipline.
Minimum of 10 years of industry experience preferred.
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.
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.
Proven 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.
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.
Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees and is compliant with the State of Illinois Paid Leave Act, Illinois Paid Leave Act. Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company-paid life insurance, short term, and long-term disability plans. Benesch offers a 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan. From insurance and retirement plan to our wellness programs, we provide employee benefits that meet your wants and needs.
Illinois Pay Range
$124,800—$166,000 USD
Why Benesch
It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.
Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one
Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here.
At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.
If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing [email protected]. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis.
If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.
We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.
External Recruiters and Staffing Agencies
Benesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm 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. Please direct all communications to [email protected]
Serving a broad range of markets, Benesch has played a role in shaping our nation’s infrastructure and local communities for decades. We are client-focused – dedicated to providing responsive service and recruiting the very best talent to deliver project success.
Benesch is consistently ranked among the Top 500 Design Firms in the country by Engineering News Record.
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