Project Manager I (Chicago)

Project Manager I

Chicago, IL – Fully Onsite

$60 – 75K (Depending on Experience) – Full Time with Benefits

Have an interest in transportation planning and community level projects? Take your public engagement career to the next level with us! R.M. Chin & Associates (CHIN) is seeking a Project Manager to work on a variety of transportation and planning projects. This position will be assigned to provide day-to-day project management, and plan and facilitate client projects on major infrastructure projects, issue advocacy initiatives, and community level projects. Experience working with the public sector on policy, transportation and community issues is a plus. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex transportation initiatives with significant public involvement and compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

Key Responsibilities:

• Support strategic communications, public involvement and implementation of transportation projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including NEPA.
• Facilitate public involvement strategies to engage stakeholders effectively and gather community input.
• Coordinate with engineers, planners, governmental agencies, elected officials, and other stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and resources.
• Prepare and present project updates to senior management and public stakeholders.
• Address and resolve any issues that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Ensure all project documentation is maintained in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Public Administration or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in project management, specifically in transportation or related projects.
• Demonstrated understanding of NEPA processes and requirements.
• Superior writing and communication skills and have a strong ability to direct multiple projects.
• Strong skills in public engagement and stakeholder management.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Experience with project management software and tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Experience with GIS tools and software.

Job Offer:

• Competitive base salary between $60 – 75K, depending on project assignment, experience, skills, and location.
• Annual bonuses are based on individual and company performance.
• 401K yearly profit-sharing contribution.
• PTO.
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 floating holidays.
• Parental leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Relevant certifications and courses reimbursed.

R.M. Chin & Associates, Inc., M/W/DBE/ACDBE is an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering comprehensive benefits and competitive pay.

Come be part of our growing team!