Senior Project Engineer (Chicago)
$110k - $145kFull-time
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Senior Project Engineer - Land Development
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Employment: Full-time
Salary: $110,000-$145,000 + bonus
About the Role
We are looking for a Senior Project Engineer - Land Development to join a growing civil engineering team in Chicago.
You will lead the technical delivery of land development projects, coordinating design, permitting and project documentation while working closely with Project Managers, clients and municipal authorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead civil engineering design for land development projects.
- Oversee grading, drainage, stormwater management and utility design.
- Prepare and review engineering plans, calculations and technical reports.
- Coordinate permitting and regulatory approvals.
- Work with clients, municipalities, contractors and consultants.
- Support project schedules, budgets and technical deliverables.
- Mentor junior engineers and review their work.
- Conduct site visits and construction-phase reviews as required.
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of civil engineering / land development experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Strong experience with site development, grading, drainage and utilities.
- Proficiency with Civil 3D.
- EIT certification, with PE license preferred.
- Experience coordinating with municipalities and permitting agencies.
- Strong communication, technical and organizational skills.
Compensation & Benefits
$110,000-$145,000 base salary + performance bonus
Benefits include:
- Hybrid working
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- PTO
- Professional development
- EIT/PE support where applicable
- Career progression opportunities
Why Join?
- Work on a strong pipeline of land development projects.
- Take ownership of complex technical design work.
- Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with experienced project leaders.
- Develop your project management and leadership skills.
- Enjoy a hybrid working environment.
Application Process
The process begins with an initial conversation with our recruitment team, followed by client interviews and relevant technical discussions before offer and onboarding.
Vacancy posted 14 hours ago
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