Architect/Civil Engineer Project Manager for Statewide Transit Project

MAP Strategies, LLC (MAPS) is seeking a candidate with a civil/structural engineering, architecture, or construction management background to join our team in the Strategic Planning department. This position requires the background and skills to understand and organize civil, infrastructure, and building projects through complex compliance processes within the City of Chicago, State of Illinois, and other jurisdictions as needed across the United States. This position will require the applicant to co-locate with the client in their office to facilitate team collaboration in Chicago, while maintaining ongoing communication and coordination with the MAPS office team.A successful applicant will thrive in a dynamic environment and is interested in learning all aspects of entitlement and compliance on commercial real estate, architecture, and infrastructure projects. This position is an opportunity for growth within an expanding company in the architecture and real estate industry. CompanyMAPS is an architectural management firm that streamlines the entitlement and permitting process of construction and development projects and creates financial and schedule efficiencies for our clients and our communities. The Strategic Planning department works in close coordination with our Code Consulting team members to reduce time and costs associated with the permitting process.Minimum QualificationsMinimum of 7-10 years of experience in permitting for medium to large-scale construction projects, with experience in infrastructure and transit projects preferred.Accredited Bachelor's Degree in architecture, civil/structural engineering, or construction management.Job RequirementsAbility to read and interpret construction drawings Demonstrated project management abilitiesStrong organizational skillsFast and precise written communicationCreative problem solverClient-facing communicatorDevelop understanding of compliance processes and apply strategy to improve project timelineFacilitate and anticipate future outcomes to achieve desired project results for clientsExisting knowledge of or  desire to learn building and zoning codesDesired ExperienceInteraction with City of Chicago,State of Illinois, or federal rules, regulations, and proceduresPresentation to clients, client managementSimultaneous management of multiple projectsProduction of drawings for entitlement or permitParticipation in a PMOSoftware ProficiencyMicrosoft Applications, specifically: Word, Excel, Sharepoint, Outlook, Tasks, Powerpoint BluebeamAdobe Acrobat ProCRM and project management software is desired (Salesforce, Smartsheet)Google Docs, Sheets, SlidesInEightCompensation Salary range commensurate with experience of the applicant401K, Healthcare including Dental and Vision, Life Insurance, Performance Based Bonus StructureCompetitive PTO OfferingRapid advancement possible for successful candidates