Civil Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Leadership path

Diverse projects

Public-sector clients

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Municipal Engineer to lead impactful infrastructure projects in Illinois. You will serve as a technical leader, mentor developing staff, and help drive future expansion within the Illinois market. Hybrid work and remote options provide flexible schedules.

The role covers roadway, utility, drainage, and community infrastructure, with direct interaction with public-sector clients. Applicants should have PE or be eligible, 10–15+ years of related experience, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• PE license required or able to obtain via 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on municipal infrastructure projects.
• Mentor developing staff and help drive office growth.
• Lead project management and client communications.
• Support expansion opportunities within the Illinois market.
• Coordinate design and permitting across disciplines.

Skills

Project management

Mentoring

Leadership

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE license

Tools

Civil 3D

OpenRoads Designer

Bentley CONNECT

Job description

Job details

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

A bit about us

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. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Municipal Engineer to serve as a technical leader, mentor developing staff, and help drive future expansion opportunities within the Illinois market. The firm offers diverse project exposure across roadway, utility, drainage, transportation, and community infrastructure initiatives.

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.

Job Details

• 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

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