Civil Engineer / Project Engineer

Piggush Engineering, Inc.; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Piggush Engineering, Inc. in Kankakee, IL is seeking a Project Engineer III to lead civil infrastructure design from site grading to roadway improvements.

This player-coach role balances independent production with project coordination and liaison responsibilities with municipal clients and regulatory agencies. You will supervise design engineers and CAD technicians, deliver construction plans, flood study models, and reports, and ensure quality control, deadlines, and compliance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive civil engineering experience
• Illinois P.E. license required (EIT considered on track) and a BS in Civil Engineering.
• Mastery of civil design software and flood/utility design experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and permitting for site development and roadway projects; supervise engineers and CAD technicians.
• Independently produce construction plans, specs, and cost estimates for subdivisions and roadways.
• Model drainage, stormwater detention, and flood studies; prepare reports for regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate with municipalities and clients as the primary liaison; ensure schedules and budgets.
• Support construction administration and quality control to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Skills

Civil design knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil design software

Flood study modeling

Job description

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 Company: Piggush Engineering is a premier, 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 company 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.