Job Description

A Civil Engineering Project Manager oversees and directs civil engineering projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget while adhering to safety and quality standards. They manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and resources, and lead project teams, including engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Civil Engineering Project Manager

– Chicago
Employment Opportunities | Engineering
Salary: $90,000 – $110,000
Job Type: Full-Time | In-Office

A growing engineering and planning firm is seeking a motivated and talented Project Engineer with strong transportation experience to join their Chicago office. This is an opportunity to play a critical role in expanding a dynamic transportation portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

Civil Engineering & Transportation Projects:

• Stormwater management & detention design
• Hydraulics and hydrology modeling
• Storm sewer design
• Grading, earthwork, and site geometry
• Underground utilities layout
• Quantity takeoffs, construction specifications & details
• Roadway, intersection, sidewalk design
• Corridor development and concept planning

Project Support & Management:

• Participate in and support a variety of civil engineering projects
• Assist with budget and schedule management
• Prepare reports and plans with limited supervision
• Lead client meetings and internal coordination sessions

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• 4–8 years of civil engineering experience
• P.E. license preferred (not required)
• Experience with federally funded projects is highly desirable
• Strong project and time management abilities
• Ability to manage concurrent short- and long-term projects
• Highly proficient in AutoCAD/Civil 3D
• Confident communicator with the ability to lead meetings
• Strong independent and team-based working skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and flexible environment

Why is This a Great Opportunity

Why Join Us?

This firm values its team as its most important asset and offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary ($90K–$110K), commensurate with experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with guaranteed match and fast vesting
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
• Guaranteed performance-based bonuses
• Company wellness program
• Significant participation in corporate decision-making
• Professional development support
• Team and client events/outings

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