Civil Engineer / Project Engineer

Josh Pros LLC; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Disability insurance

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Josh Pros LLC is seeking a Project Engineer III for a full-time, on-site role in Kankakee, IL. You will lead end-to-end civil design, including site grading, drainage, and roadway improvements, while mentoring CAD technicians and junior engineers.

Under the Principal Engineer, you balance hands-on production with project coordination, liaising with municipal clients and regulatory agencies to advance infrastructure projects on schedule.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive civil engineering experience.
• Illinois P.E. license required; EIT considered for an immediate track to licensure.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for liaison with municipalities and staff.
• Mastery of civil design software; flood study modeling and site/utility design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and permitting for site development and roadway projects; manage a team of engineers.
• Independently produce construction plans, specs, and cost estimates for subdivisions, utilities, and roadways.
• Design and model site grading, drainage, and stormwater detention; produce flood study models and reports.
• Serve as primary liaison for municipal clients and regulatory agencies; attend meetings and resolve issues.
• Provide construction administration support and project coordination during construction.
• Direct and review CAD-produced drawings for accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Civil design software

Flood study modeling

Site/utility design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About this role

Client: A client in the civil engineering industry

Location: Kankakee, IL

Work mode: On-site

Work authorization: US Citizen/Permanent Resident

Relocation: Available

Openings: 1

Job Overview

Title: Project Engineer III

Department

Civil Engineering

Supervises

Design Engineers and CAD Technicians

Role Type

Full-time (On-site preferred)

Location

Kankakee, IL

About the Client

The client is a full-service civil engineering firm based in Kankakee, Illinois. We specialize in a diverse array of infrastructure projects, construction management, and land surveying. From municipal engineering and roadway design to complex water/wastewater systems and detention modeling, we provide high-quality engineering solutions that support the growth and safety of our communities.

About the Position

Under the leadership of the Principal Engineer, the Project Engineer III serves as a technical and team lead. You will be responsible for the end-to-end design and development of civil infrastructure, including site grading, drainage, and roadway improvements. This is a "player-coach" role that requires a balance of independent production- generating construction plans and flood study models- and project coordination, acting as a critical liaison between the firm, municipal clients, and regulatory agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Lead the planning, design, and permitting for site development and roadway projects; manage a team of engineers to ensure balanced workloads and met deadlines.
• Technical Design: Independently produce construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates for subdivisions, utility designs, and roadway improvements.
• Water Resources: Design and model site grading, drainage, and stormwater detention systems; generate flood study models and comprehensive reports.
• Agency & Client Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for municipal clients and regulatory agencies; attend meetings and facilitate problem-solving between contractors and stakeholders.
• Construction Administration: Provide essential support during the construction phase, including plan interpretation and project coordination.
• Quality Control: Direct and review the technical production of drawings created by CAD technicians and design engineers to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering.
• Licensure: Illinois P.E. (Professional Engineer) License is required. (The client may consider an EIT if they are on a clear, immediate track for P.E. licensure).
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Technical Skills: Mastery of civil design software; experience in flood study modeling and site/utility design.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal skills with a proven ability to function as a liaison between municipalities and internal staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Management: Previous experience managing a team of professional engineers and technicians.
• Client Relations: Demonstrated success interacting with municipal clients and navigating public sector requirements.

Benefits & Schedule

• Hours: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday (1-hour lunch).
• Healthcare: Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance.
• Financial: 401(k) with Company Match and Life Insurance.
• Protection: Disability Insurance and Paid Time Off (PTO) plus Paid Holidays.
• Education: Tuition Reimbursement for continued professional development.

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