Civil Engineer

Bluebird Staffing; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluebird Staffing is seeking a Civil Engineer for a full-time permanent role in Chicago. You will perform site development tasks, use AutoCAD Civil 3D for site plans and earthwork, and apply GIS for hydrologic analysis and municipal data management.

The position requires a 4+ year track record, a civil engineering degree, and an EIT certification. A PE license is preferred and a valid driver’s license is required. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders and help prepare bids and reports.

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience working as a civil engineer.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or other relevant field required.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification required.
• Active Professional Engineering License preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a current valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil site development tasks including due diligence, preliminary design, quantity take-offs, and estimating to respond to development client’s feasibility and site planning needs.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare site plans, bid packages, and earthwork calculations.
• Utilize GIS for hydrologic analysis, terrain analysis, and managing municipal infrastructure data.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to gather project specifications, technical requirements, and relevant information to ensure effective execution of project deliverable.
• Assist in the preparation of bid packages, proposals, technical reports, and other deliverables as needed.
• Offer insights and recommendations on value engineering opportunities to optimize project while maintaining quality standards and constructability.

Skills

Hydraulic & hydrology knowledge

Grading plan design

Stormwater management

Permits (NPDES etc.)

Project/time management

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

ArcGIS

Job description

Civil Engineer - Full time permanent

• Perform civil site development tasks including due diligence, preliminary design, quantity take-offs, and estimating to respond to development client’s feasibility and site planning needs.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare site plans, bid packages, and earthwork calculations.
• Utilize GIS for hydrologic analysis, terrain analysis, and managing municipal infrastructure data.
• Utilize software, past projects, and industry best practices to efficiently calculate takeoff quantities, engineering cost estimates, and prepare preliminary construction schedules.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to gather project specifications, technical requirements, and relevant information to ensure effective execution of project deliverable.
• Assist in the preparation of bid packages, proposals, technical reports, and other deliverables as needed.
• Offer insights and recommendations on value engineering opportunities to optimize project while maintaining quality standards and constructability.
• Continuously refine internal processes, tools, and workflows to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and consistency.
• Support civil engineering projects, from concept planning through construction administration (including site risk assessment, bid package development, and final project closeout): site development, municipal engineering, and transportation engineering.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform civil site development tasks including due diligence, preliminary design, quantity take-offs, and estimating to respond to development client’s feasibility and site planning needs.
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare site plans, bid packages, and earthwork calculations.
• Utilize GIS for hydrologic analysis, terrain analysis, and managing municipal infrastructure data.
• Utilize software, past projects, and industry best practices to efficiently calculate takeoff quantities, engineering cost estimates, and prepare preliminary construction schedules.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to gather project specifications, technical requirements, and relevant information to ensure effective execution of project deliverable.
• Assist in the preparation of bid packages, proposals, technical reports, and other deliverables as needed.
• Offer insights and recommendations on value engineering opportunities to optimize project while maintaining quality standards and constructability.
• Continuously refine internal processes, tools, and workflows to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and consistency.
• Support civil engineering projects, from concept planning through construction administration (including site risk assessment, bid package development, and final project closeout): site development, municipal engineering, and transportation engineering.

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience working as a civil engineer.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or other relevant field required.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification required.
• Active Professional Engineering License preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a current valid driver’s license (required).

Required Skills and Experience

• Working level knowledge and familiarity in using AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation.
• Proficiency in using ArcGIS applications and spatial processing tools.
• Advanced knowledge of hydraulic and hydrology (H&H) principles.
• Knowledge of grading plan design and construction.
• Knowledge of stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and pollution prevention principles for construction or industrial projects.
• Experience with local, state, and national water permits (NPDES, CGP, Section 404, WOTUS, FEMA).
• Experience with department of transportation approval and letting processes (IDOT and TXDOT preferred).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment with varying priorities.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills with the ability to make necessary assumptions to ambiguous regulatory environments supported by sound engineering judgement.
• Proven ability to thrive with minimal oversight while timely reporting on progress and completing tasks within deadlines.
• Strong sense of ownership and personal responsibility for work and deliverables.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent project/time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple long‑term projects and immediate tasks concurrently.