Civil Project Engineer

Benesch Alfred & Co; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 124,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with profit-sharing contributions

Paid time benefits plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Kansas City is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to manage infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of civil transportation design experience, including proficiency in geometrics and drainage design with tools like MicroStation and Geopak. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, providing flexibility, and comprehensive benefits that include competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in civil transportation design.
• Proficiency in design areas including geometrics and drainage.
• Experience with MicroStation and Geopak required.

Responsibilities

• Complete project design plans while working closely with Project Managers.
• Establish project goals and milestones, and monitor progress.
• Ensure high-quality engineering document development.

Skills

Civil transportation design

Geometrics

Traffic highway design

Drainage design

MicroStation

Geopak

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Licensed Project Engineer (P.E) in Illinois

Job description

Civil Project Engineer

We have an exciting career opportunity for a Civil Project Engineer looking to contribute to the strategic growth initiatives of our Illinois Civil group. In this role, you will both self‑perform and direct project teams in the planning and design of infrastructure projects and play an essential role in managing client relationships.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in Civil transportation design, demonstrating proficiency in areas such as geometrics, traffic highway, and drainage design. Previous experience utilizing MicroStation and Geopak is required.

Location

This position provides a flexible work schedule, with three days working from the Chicago, IL office and two days remotely.

The Impact You Will Have

• You will complete project design plans and work closely with Project Managers, integrating data and performing fundamental analysis of project elements
• You will work on a broad range of projects for municipal, public, and private clients
• You will establish project goals and milestones, define responsibilities, coordinate resources, and monitor project progress
• You will ensure the development of high‑quality engineering documents, including adhering to all internal procedures for quality control, documentation, and project tracking
• You will champion relationships with key clients throughout Illinois.
• You will contribute to other project work as a technical specialist or advisor, as needed
• You will represent Benesch at industry events and have active involvement in professional organizations

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related discipline required
• 5+ years of civil transportation design experience, including geometrics, traffic highway, and drainage design using MicroStation and Geopak.
• Licensed Project Engineer (P.E) in the state of Illinois.
• Experience working with Illinois DOT / Federal Aid Local Agency and familiarity with applicable codes and standards.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills to interface effectively with internal staff, clients, contractors, agencies, and the public.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $104,000 — $124,800 USD

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; company‑paid life insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability plans; a 401(k) plan with profit‑sharing contributions; and a generous paid time benefits plan that increases with your career. Benesch offers a range of wellness programs and other employee benefits that meet your needs.

Professional Development

• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
• Tuition reimbursement for job‑related courses
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, and knowledge‑sharing training sessions
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement
• Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
• Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit‑sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions, & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)

Work/Life Balance

• Flexible work schedules and hours, including work‑from‑home options (dependent on the role)
• Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
• Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed, with the ability to bundle time‑off plans for extended vacations or life events
• Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement

Employee Engagement

• At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work‑life balance and contribute to our community‑focused initiatives. We support a variety of programs, including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing [e-mail]. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case‑by‑case basis.