CIVIL ENGINEER III

City of Chicago Department of Law; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Chicago Department of Law seeks a Civil Engineer III to plan, review, and manage sewer-related projects. Responsibilities include field surveys, design calculations, and cost estimates, with oversight as resident engineer on smaller initiatives.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and a valid Illinois driver’s license, with selection based on interview and seniority per the bargaining agreement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field with minimum experience in civil projects.
• Valid State of Illinois driver's license required.
• Selection based on interview and seniority per bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee sewer project design, construction, and maintenance.
• Review design variances, calculations, and cost estimates.
• Prepare project checklists in Excel and GIS tools.
• Act as resident engineer on small projects and monitor work to contract specs.

Skills

Civil engineering

GIS

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD (CADD)

GIS software

Job description

Job Description - CIVIL ENGINEER III (420129)

This position is open to the public and all current City employees covered under the City’s collective bargaining agreement with AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME) – BARGAINING UNIT 1, 3, 4 & 5. Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.

• Under supervision, performs fully functional professional civil engineering work of moderate complexity related to the planning and record or construction and maintenance of sewer projects.
• Reviews and evaluates design variance requests involving design plans review, hydraulic and hydrologic calculations and coordination.
• Prepare and maintain planned project checklists in Microsoft Excel and GIS applications.
• Perform project conflict analysis utilizing GIS software for various infrastructure projects within the City.
• Maintains sewer design CADD standards and sewer construction standard details.
• Conduct field surveys to collect data for planned improvements to water, sewer, traffic, street, and related systems and facilities.
• Establishes line and grade, property lines and elevations for construction projects.
• Prepares and reviews engineering designs, drawings, calculations, specifications and cost estimates for infrastructure and building construction, maintenance, and repair projects.
• Serves as resident engineer at the site of small maintenance and construction projects, monitoring construction methods and work in progress, inspecting materials and ensuring work is completed according to contract specifications and project timelines.
• Prepares reports on the status and costs of engineering projects.
• Reviews of payment vouchers submitted by engineering and construction firms ensuring payment requests reflect completed work according to contract specifications.
• Reviews proposed engineering changes, contract amendments and related costs and makes recommendations regarding appropriateness and cost efficiency.
• Coordinate with other departments and agencies in addressing questions and issues related to sewer work.
• May assist in training and provide guidance to staff.
• May prepare supporting documents and maps for grant application.
• May research new techniques and software for use in planning and record maintenance.
• Performs site investigations and reports their findings in response to drainage complaints from residents.

Additional duties may be required for this position

Lunch: 1 hour

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a directly related field of engineering supplemented by one year of Civil Engineering experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, provided the minimum degree requirement is met.

NOTE: A valid State of Illinois driver’s license is required.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.The interviewed bidders possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selectedinseniority orderaccording to the collective bargaining agreement.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

• Previous work experience coordinating with multiple entities.
• Previous work experience reading and reviewing plans and utility coordination.
• Previous work experience reading, preparing or reviewing plans, specifications and cost estimates.
• Previous work experience using computer aided design, drafting systems, and Geographical Information System (GIS) software.
• Previous work experience with multiple government agencies/entities or municipalities (e.g., utilities).

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Application Evaluation: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. The Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligibility list in lottery order. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.

City of Chicago

Job Posting

Oct 8, 2026, 5:00:00 AM | Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External : Oct 24, 2026, 4:59:00 AM