Civil Engineer

Jobot; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Remote options

Performance bonus eligibility

Full benefits

Career advancement

Job summary

Jobot, a respected Midwest engineering consulting firm, seeks a leader to head municipal infrastructure projects in the Chicago region. The role offers remote or hybrid work and a path to executive leadership.

You will manage large-scale civil and transportation initiatives, mentor engineers, coordinate with public-sector clients, and help expand the Illinois market while delivering practical engineering solutions. This position rewards collaboration and impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline is required.
• PE license required or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
• 10–15+ years of municipal, civil, transportation, or infrastructure engineering experience.
• Experience managing municipal utility, roadway, drainage, and site development projects.
• Strong project management and client relationship skills.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, Bentley CONNECT, or similar design platforms.
• Knowledge of stormwater management, utility coordination, roadway design, and permitting.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to future office and team growth.
• Serve as technical leader, mentor developing staff, and help drive future expansion opportunities within the Illinois market.

Responsibilities

• Lead municipal infrastructure projects with a leadership focus.
• Mentor junior engineers and grow the Illinois team.
• Coordinate with public-sector clients and stakeholders.
• Drive expansion opportunities within the Illinois market.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Leadership

Mentoring

Technical leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Civil 3D

OpenRoads Designer

Bentley CONNECT

Job description

Job Overview

Lead impactful municipal infrastructure projects while positioning yourself for future leadership opportunities! Remote work and hybrid work available.

Salary: $100,000 - $160,000 per year

About the Employer

Our client is a respected Midwest engineering consulting firm providing civil, transportation, municipal, water, and infrastructure services to public and private sector clients throughout the region. The company has built a strong reputation for delivering practical engineering solutions while maintaining a collaborative, employee-focused culture.

Why join us?

• Opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership-track role with long-term growth potential
• Hybrid work flexibility with a collaborative and supportive team environment. Up to one day per week in office or full remote depending on location!
• Diverse portfolio of municipal, transportation, utility, and infrastructure projects
• Direct interaction with public-sector clients and decision-makers
• Strong compensation package, career advancement opportunities, and leadership visibility. Full benefits also include performance bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain through reciprocity
• 10–15+ years of municipal, civil, transportation, or infrastructure engineering experience
• Experience managing municipal utility, roadway, drainage, and site development projects
• Strong project management and client relationship skills
• Proficiency with Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, Bentley CONNECT, or similar design platforms
• Knowledge of stormwater management, utility coordination, roadway design, and permitting
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to future office and team growth
• Serve as technical leader, mentor developing staff, and help drive future expansion opportunities within the Illinois market

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.