Civil Engineering Manager

Title: Civil Engineering Manager

Location: Chicago, IL

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $110K - $140K

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, PTO, holiday pay, 401K

Must have Skill Set: Professional Engineer (PE) license, experience in land development, transportation, water/drainage systems, background in power distribution projects, business development experience, experience with utility infrastructure projects, knowledge of construction and design feasibility, and strong project management, communication, and client relationship skills.

Overview: The Civil Engineering Manager will lead civil engineering projects from preliminary design through construction and as-built stages while ensuring quality, timelines, and budgets are met. This role involves overseeing design plans and technical reports, managing and mentoring engineering staff, building client relationships, supporting business development, and coordinating with various stakeholders to resolve technical challenges and drive company growth.

Job Duties:

• Lead civil engineering projects from preliminary design through construction and as-built stages, ensuring quality, timelines, and budgets are met.
• Oversee civil design plans, technical reports, construction documents, and utility installation designs.
• Manage and mentor engineers, designers, and drafting staff, providing technical guidance and reviewing work for accuracy and compliance.
• Build and maintain client relationships, identify new business opportunities, support proposal development, and contribute to business development and company growth.
• Coordinate with clients, utility companies, consultants, vendors, and construction contractors to resolve technical challenges and meet project requirements.
• Prepare and review proposals, contracts, cost estimates, and project specifications while managing project budgets and deliverables.
• Conduct site visits and field assessments to troubleshoot issues and ensure designs comply with applicable codes, industry standards, safety requirements, and client specifications.

Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience in land development, transportation, and water/drainage systems.
• Background in power distribution projects.
• Business development experience, including identifying new opportunities, developing client relationships, and supporting business growth.
• Experience with utility infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of construction and design feasibility.
• Strong project management, communication, and client relationship skills.
• Experience working with utilities such as ComEd, NIPSCO, AEP, or FirstEnergy (FE) is a plus.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.