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)

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.

• 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

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

• 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

• 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