A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we're making an impact around the world. When faced with an impasse, do you look to bridge the gap? Our Bridges and Structures Team does too. From local bridge rehabilitations that support our communities to iconic bridge designs that define a region, our opportunities will connect you to your career goals. If you're looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.Your OpportunityWe have an opportunity for an experienced and talented Bridge and Structural Lead in Chicago who is interested in taking their career to the next level. The Bridge & Structural Engineering Manager position offers an opportunity to utilize your professional competence, business acumen, and team leadership to help grow a group to successfully deliver exciting and diverse transportation projects. Does working with clients on great projects, with a talented team of professionals, appeal to you? Apply now to learn more about this role and join some of the best technical people globally and work on projects you can be proud of!Key ResponsibilitiesLead, coach and mentor a team of structural engineering professionals. Maintain a positive, collaborative work culture by encouraging open communication, supporting team development, and fostering an environment where staff feel valued and empowered.Provide technical and quality reviews for structural plans to ensure compliance with design standards, constructability requirements, and project‑specific criteria.Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute business development, contributing towards winning new work in the region including cross‑selling and individually pursue and lead pursuits.Maintain and enhance our reputation with clients, approval agencies and industry professionals as an outstanding service provider.Manage the approved scope, budget and schedule on multiple projects simultaneously.Establish project objectives, procedures and performance standards, and lead multi‑disciplinary teams on proposals, planning studies, feasibility through final designs, and construction services.Identify appropriate resources and skill sets to achieve project objectives as well as manage contract terms, track and manage costs and schedule, and implement measures necessary to stay on schedule and within budget.Lead by example by proactively following internal policies and practices, including risk management, project management, and quality management.Promote collaboration and teamwork across business lines and geographies.Strongly prefer candidates to be located in Chicago and/or possess demonstrated community relationship and partnerships in Illinois.Your Capabilities and CredentialsResponsible for managing and delivering successful projects in our transportation business line.Ability to interact internally throughout the organization with staff at all levels as well as externally with clients, members of business and professional organizations, subcontractors, and other firms.Motivated, energetic team player who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment.Ability to thrive on collaboration with cross‑functional teams and a client‑focused environment across a broad range of project sectors.Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field required. Master's degree in Structural Engineering preferred.Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Illinois or the ability to become licensed within 90 days of employment. Licensed Structural Engineer (SE) preferred.Minimum of 5 years of related experience required.Location: Chicago, Illinois. Schedule: Full time. Travel: Yes. Employment Type: Regular.Pay range for locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & various CA, NJ, VA areas is $117,800.00 – $176,800.00 annually.Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, paid family leave, ten paid holidays, vacation and paid sick leave. Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k), employee stock purchase program and paid leave up to state and local law. Benefits may not apply to union positions.We value a hybrid work environment that combines in‑person collaboration with remote flexibility. As a people leader you will be expected to be in the office, on average, three days a week.This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.#J-18808-Ljbffr