Senior Project Manager, Rail + Transit Design

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary

At TYLin, we believe that exceptional projects begin with exceptional people. As a Senior Project Manager on our Chicago Rail + Transit team, you’ll lead transformative transportation and infrastructure initiatives that connect communities and improve lives. Beyond delivering outstanding projects, we’re committed to empowering you with the resources, support, and professional growth opportunities you need to thrive.
We foster a culture of diversity, collaboration, and innovation. At TYLin, your unique perspective and expertise are celebrated, and we’ll provide you with the tools to succeed—whether you’re enhancing your technical knowledge, building leadership skills, or advancing in your career.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

How We Support You:

• Empowering Leadership: You’ll have the opportunity to lead dynamic project teams while receiving mentorship to hone your leadership and management skills.
• Professional Growth: Access professional development programs, industry training, and opportunities to work on groundbreaking projects that challenge and inspire.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a team that values diverse perspectives and encourages innovative problem-solving.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a supportive environment that recognizes the importance of flexibility and well-being.
• Community Impact: Work on projects that make a difference, shaping the future of transit and infrastructure in the Chicago area and beyond.

Your Role:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships and ensuring successful project outcomes.
• Develop production work plans, schedules, and budgets to deliver high-quality results on time and within scope.
• Lead multidisciplinary Rail + Transit design project teams, ensuring adherence to industry codes and standards.
• Mentor and supervise assistant project managers, engineers, and technical staff, supporting their growth and success.
• Oversee the performance of complex design tasks and provide guidance to design staff.
• Manage project execution from planning to completion, ensuring that all aspects meet client and company expectations.
• Participate in business development activities, including client management, pursuit strategies, and proposal preparation.

What You’ll Bring:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Licensure: A valid Illinois P.E. license is required.
• Experience: 10+ years of relevant engineering and management experience in transportation design projects.
• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in AutoCAD and comprehensive knowledge of design standards.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing detailed engineering reports.
• Local Connections: Existing relationships with transportation clients in the Chicago area are preferred, as well as knowledge of local policies and procedures.
• Mindset: A commitment to collaboration, innovation, and providing exceptional solutions for clients.

 

Additional Information

At TYLin, we are more than a workplace—we’re a community that values your contributions, supports your aspirations, and invests in your success.

TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $99,000 - $176,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.  

Our benefits offering includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)/Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits such as Supplemental Life, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company matching
• Professional development programs

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TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.