Kaskaskia Engineering Group, LLC (KEG) is seeking a Team Lead for our Traffic Engineering Service line. This position would report directly to the Vice President of Preliminary Engineering and Studies and will directly oversee and guide a team of traffic engineers and planners. Ideal candidates will have at least 15 years of experience in traffic and transportation engineering, design, planning, and studies in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, and/or Minnesota. Experience in Ohio and/or Kentucky are a plus.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required
• PE certification required
• PTOE, RSP, or other relevant certifications are preferred
• Possess a minimum 15 years of experience in traffic engineering and multi-modal analysis
• Familiarity with common industry software applications, such as OpenRoads Designer (ORD), AutoCAD, AutoTurn, HCS 2010, Synchro Studios, Miovision Scout, Jamar Traffic Counter, and Nu-Metrics HI-STAR
• Highly experienced with roadway planning, design, and construction management; including traffic control, operational and safety analysis, and related communication systems
• Excellent project management skills
• Experience with developing scopes, budgets, and schedules for infrastructure and transportation improvements
• Experience in team management is preferred
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License is required

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor traffic team members and provide ongoing continuing education and support
• Fully manage and guide contractual responsibilities for the Traffic Team
• Work among a multidisciplinary team in project management and oversight
• Develop scope, schedules, and budgets for traffic-related projects
• Attend industry and organizational events and assist in business development efforts for your discipline
• Manage and lead the preparation of technical reports for state, federal, and local agencies
• Perform QA/QC over all technical deliverables
• Oversee traffic analyses to support infrastructure improvement projects, including but not limited to traffic impact studies and reports, intersection design, corridor modeling, traffic counts, traffic design (signals, signing/marking, ITS, and lighting), travel demand modeling, traffic management plans, PS&E packages, etc.
• Provide preliminary and ongoing support for transportation planning and engineering efforts and corridor studies
• Work with local, state, and federal agencies and DOTs to ensure proper documentation and reporting

Benefits & Flexibility

• Flex time throughout the week. We are not an “8 to 5” company. Our work can be completed from our offices or (through the use of advanced technology) from the comfort of your own home. Our employees enjoy the ease and many benefits of our flexible work arrangements.
• Competitive salary and compensation structure
• Employer-matching retirement contribution
• Employer-paid health insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid holidays and generous vacation package
• Additional bank hours program for accrued overtime
• Friendly, inclusive, supportive environment for both personal and professional growth
• Pet-friendly office environment

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

At KEG, we do not just accept difference – we embrace it, we champion it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our team, our clients, and the service we provide. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to building a team that proudly represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skillsets.

About Us

KEG is a 100% woman-owned and managed engineering and contracting firm that was founded in 2006. From the beginning, we have recruited highly skilled employees from a variety of public and private sector backgrounds. This has allowed us to quickly amass an impressive portfolio of federal, state, county, and private project experience. Our main office is located in downtown Belleville, Illinois, with branch offices in Geneva, Peoria, Champaign, Macomb, and Glen Carbon, Illinois, as well as Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, Evansville, Indiana, and St. Paul, Minnesota. Many of our staff work work from home. The diversity of our in-house services affords us the ability to understand more than just how to complete a project. It allows us to view projects with a holistic approach – considering all phases of projects, as well as environmental, client, and stakeholder needs.

KEG’s purpose is to make the world a better place through the practice of engineering. Through partnerships with our clients and regulatory agencies, we plan, design, and build projects that enhance communities, spur economic development, and respect the environment. We practice gratitude for our blessings by giving back to our communities through service projects and active participation in community organizations. It is this diversity and commitment to public service that separates us from most other engineering firms.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Belleville, IL 62220