Civil Engineer

Location: Chicago, IL (Office-based with project site visits) Duration: February 9, 2026 – February 6, 2027 Employment Type: Contract Business Unit: Water (WTR) Practice Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S. Drug Screening & Background Check: Required Driving Required: Yes (MVR required) About the Role Our growing Water (WTR) practice is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to support complex, fast-paced infrastructure projects in northeastern Illinois. These projects, while smaller in size, are technically demanding and play a critical role in enabling major sewer rehabilitation programs for the City.

This role offers the opportunity to take on technical leadership , contribute to high-impact capital programs , and mentor engineers within a respected, collaborative engineering environment. Key Responsibilities Lead civil design from conceptual development through final design Prepare civil specifications, data sheets, RFQs, bid evaluations, and purchase recommendations Review vendor drawings and coordinate with suppliers, clients, and multidisciplinary engineering teams Support project planning including scope, schedule, staffing, budget, and construction planning Manage and evaluate change orders Apply expert knowledge of civil engineering codes, standards, and best practices Develop non-standard design solutions for complex engineering challenges Perform QA/QC reviews of production drawings, specifications, and construction documentation Support construction administration, including field inspections and resolving installation issues Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry audiences Build and maintain strong client and contractor relationships Participate in business development, sales, and proposal efforts Develop and manage project budgets, cost estimates, and performance reporting Mentor and guide junior engineers and contribute to practice leadership Ensure compliance with safety policies, QA/QC standards, and company procedures Required Qualifications One of the following: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (ABET accredited) + 7 years of civil engineering experience Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Engineering Technology (ABET accredited) + FE exam completed + 7 years of experience Master’s degree in Civil Engineering + 6 years of experience Additional Requirements EPC project experience (preferred) Strong written and verbal communication skills Proven ability to review detailed engineering documents and specifications Excellent organization, collaboration, and problem-solving skills Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred Why Join Us? Work on critical water and sewer infrastructure projects Opportunity to step into leadership and mentoring roles Collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment Exposure to high-profile municipal capital programs #J-18808-Ljbffr