Civil Engineer - Water Projects

STAFF CIVIL ENGINEER - Water and Sewer

Location: Downers Grove, IL

Job type: Long-term Contract

We are looking for experienced field engineers to join our leading‑edge team, winning the highest‑profile stormwater, wastewater and drinking water projects in northeast Illinois. We are looking for a Staff Civil Engineer to support its growing presence in the Great Lakes water market. This is a position with the opportunity to travel across the Chicago region to projects during the construction phase.

This position provides the opportunity to grow professionally within one of the industry’s leading firms. Potential projects include drinking water (treatment, storage, and distribution), wastewater (treatment, collection, and conveyance), stormwater (collection, conveyance, detention, and green infrastructure).

You will perform field activities such as site investigations, inspections, and assessments for projects in a variety of locations. This position provides guidance and direction by utilizing knowledge of standards, specifications, construction plans, document control, applicable codes and policies and procedures. Provide Resident Engineering and inspection of construction projects to ensure contractors are building projects in accordance with project plans, specifications, and industry standards.

• Create field reports and documentation of daily work performed on project sites.
• Produce accurate quantity data for use in generation of contractor pay estimates and material certification.
• Coordinate with designers as required for shop drawing reviews, requests for information and change orders.
• Maintain communication with Project Managers throughout the course of the project so they are informed of site progress.
• Maintain communication with Section Manager throughout the course of the project regarding project progress and issues.
• Solve technical problems related to the project parameters.
• Interface with client as needed.
• Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.
• Have the ability to work productively in an office setting during downtime on project sites.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of civil engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil or related engineering technology from an ABET accredited program, successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of civil engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Master’s degree in civil engineering and 2 years of civil engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of standard civil engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, Micro Station, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS‑CADD, RISA‑3D, MathCADD) and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, civil analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem‑solving skills.
• Engineers in Training/EIT Certification Preferred.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.

ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.

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