Transit Capital Project Manager-NE IL (Technical Manager III)
State of Illinois · Illinois
- Role
- Program manager
- First seen
- Sep 19, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,055 Monthly; Full Range: $5,055 - $8,800 Monthly
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Summary
This position manages state and federally funded public transportation capital improvement and operating grants in the Chicago Metropolitan area. The Transit Capital Project Manager reviews grant applications, oversees procurement activities, monitors project implementation, ensures compliance with federal and state requirements, and maintains grant management systems. The role supports the Section Chief in managing day-to-day grant activities and provides technical assistance to grant recipients.
Key qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, management, statistics, or public administration; OR two years of college plus two years of related experience in transportation/gran
- Experience managing transit or transportation capital grant projects funded through federal and/or state programs
- Knowledge of Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), and applicable federal and state regulations
- Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple projects, priorities, and stakeholders simultaneously
- Experience with project management, grant management, or financial management systems
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel statewide occasionally
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