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Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. (HLR) is seeking a Structural Engineering Department Manager to lead our Springfield, IL office.
As a premier, employee-owned consulting engineering firm in Illinois, we are seeking a visionary and entrepreneurial leader to serve as the Structural Engineering Manager for our Springfield office.
This is a key leadership role for a seasoned civil engineering professional ready to assume strategic, financial, and operational leadership of our transportation practice in Central Illinois.
The Manager will be responsible for driving growth and technical excellence across transportation and civil projects, serving cornerstone clients including the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), as well as surrounding counties and municipalities.
Beyond project delivery, this role requires a leader who can translate strategic vision into operational reality, mentoring a multi-disciplinary team and solidifying HLR's presence as a trusted advisor in the region.
Provide ultimate technical oversight for the successful delivery of structural projects (Phase I and Phase II), ensuring compliance with scope, schedule, budget, and IDOT/Federal standards.
Establish and enforce rigorous QA/QC procedures and engineering standards to ensure consistent, exceptional, and defensible project delivery.
Serve as the escalation point for complex technical challenges or contractual disputes, protecting the firm's interests while ensuring ultimate client satisfaction.
Handle all facets of contract administration, including scoping, negotiation, execution, change orders, and closeout.
Lead, manage, and mentor a team of engineers and administrative staff, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance culture that mirrors HLR's values.
Oversee the recruitment and onboarding of new talent to grow the Springfield team, while conducting performance reviews and setting professional development goals for existing staff.
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Champion professional growth by creating mentorship opportunities and facilitating knowledge sharing regarding IDOT policies and engineering best practices.
Manage workloads among department staff to ensure talents and time are adequately distributed to meet deadlines.
Desired Skills and Experiences
Deep familiarity with IDOT Phase I and Phase II procedures, the BDE Manual, and the specific nuances of working with IDOT Central Bureau and District 6.
Strong financial literacy with a track record of managing departmental profitability and driving sustainable revenue growth.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent the firm effectively in client interviews, contract negotiations, and public hearings.
Proficiency with industry-standard software and project management tools
Understanding of state and federal funding sources (MFT, ITEP, Rebuild Illinois) applicable to Illinois local agencies.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Illinois is required.
Current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer (SE) in the State of Illinois is required.
A minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in transportation/civil engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role managing projects, teams, and financials.
Driver's License: Valid Driver's license with a good driving record.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time while working in an office environment.
Ability to occasionally visit active construction sites or project corridors, which may involve walking on uneven terrain and exposure to various weather conditions.
Ability to travel to client offices, project sites, and industry events throughout Illinois.
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Civil engineering firm providing infrastructure design, environmental, and surveying services.
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