Engineering Construction Project Manager

Lowe Engineers, LLC; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Company-sponsored benefits

Employee ownership options

Job summary

MacKay is seeking an Engineering Construction Project Manager – Water Facilities to lead multi-year CIP projects in Chicago, IL. This role will oversee construction management for water infrastructure including purification plants, pumping stations, and hydraulic structures within the DWM program.

Relocation assistance is available for highly qualified candidates. Ideal candidates hold a civil/structural/mechanical engineering degree with 6+ years of relevant experience, strong leadership,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural/mechanical engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience/education.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills, including client interaction, public speaking, and persuasive ability.
• Strong project financial management and ability to lead diverse, multi-disciplined teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Construction Manager for DWM CIP water facilities projects and oversee multi-disciplinary improvements.
• Manage project teams and monitor consultants’ contractual commitments.
• Oversee hiring of Resident Engineer and field inspector; ensure work aligns with contract documents and budgets.
• Coordinate with the client and design team; monitor schedules, risks, and scope changes.
• Supervise other engineering and technical staff and support field operations as needed.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Financial management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil, structural, mechanical engineering or related discipline

Job description

At MacKay, we believe great people are the foundation of our growth and success. We are in an exciting phase of expansion, creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers. Whether your role is technical or part of our support services team, you play an important role in delivering high-quality work and helping our projects succeed. We are looking for a full-time Engineering Construction Project Manager – Water Facilities to join our team in Chicago, IL. This Project Manager on the Chicago Department of Water Management (DWM) Program Services team will oversee the delivery of multi-year $3.9 billion Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects to improve Chicago’s water infrastructure. Highly qualified candidates would be engineers with construction management experience in large municipal capital improvement programs with a Design-Bid-Build delivery mechanism. Experience managing and collaborating on large joint venture projects is preferred; experience with water infrastructure projects is alsopreferred. The Engineering Construction Manager will represent the Chicago Department of Water Management (DWM) and oversee the construction of a range of CIP projects. We provide a comfortable, collaborative work environment with flexible work arrangements. We’re committed to our work – but we also value fun. If that sounds like a good fit, let’s talk. Relocation assistance is available for highly qualified candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Construction Manager responsible for supporting DWM with providing oversight on improvements to major water system facilities that include water purification plants, intake structures, pumping stations, reservoirs, and hydraulic structures. buildings/structure and large conveyance for raw and finished water supply tunnels.
• Manage construction of water facilities with multi-disciplinary improvements (e.g., electrical, mechanical, structural, processes, and architectural).
• Provide oversight to electrical/mechanical equipment commissioning.
• Manage project teams and monitor consultants’ compliance with contractual commitments.
• Manage the process of hiring a resident engineer who are a part of on-call engineering firms and a field inspector to oversee the construction of projects.
• Work in conjunction with the Resident Engineer to ensure the work is executed in accordance with the contract documents.
• May manage all phases of construction projects (from beginning to close out).
• Manages project schedules and budgets.
• Coordinates and communicates project progress with the client.
• Facilitates and resolves project issues and scope changes with the design team and the client.
• Works mostly independently but receives basic instruction on specific assignments, objectives, complex features, and possible solutions.
• Monitors and reports the financial and completion status of projects to the client.
• Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed plans for projects.
• Involves occasional field work at facilities related to design and construction projects.
• Manages one or more moderately complex design projects, involving coordination of multiple engineering disciplines, consultants, and/or various agencies.
• Supervise other engineering and technical staff.
• Performs such other duties as the supervisor may deem necessary from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, structural, mechanical engineering or a related discipline
• 6+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills, including client interaction, public speaking, and persuasive ability
• Strong project financial management, along with the ability to lead diverse, multi-disciplined teams

Preferred qualifications

• Professional Engineering license in Illinois or the ability to obtain one within the first 6 months of employment.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• 10-15+ years of progressive experience in Water/Wastewater Facilities as an engineer and project manager.
• Experience working on municipal projects.

Why Join MacKay?

A people-first culture At MacKay, we put people first. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and do their best work. We support well-being, encourage balance, and create space for people to succeed both professionally and personally. Meaningful work and real impact Our teams take on complex infrastructure and environmental challenges that support critical systems and shape the places where people live and work. Every role contributes to delivering that work and making it successful. Growth and opportunity We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding across geographies, services, and markets. That growth creates opportunities for our employees to take on new challenges, build their careers, and contribute in new ways as the company evolves. A strong and trusted foundation Built on more than 50 years of experience, MacKay has developed a reputation for quality work, strong relationships, and dependable results. You’ll be part of a team with a solid foundation and a clear direction for the future. Opportunities to share in success We provide opportunities for employees to participate in ownership and build long-term financial value as the company grows. Our Values At MacKay, our values guide how we work, collaborate, and support one another. Honesty. We build trust through transparency, integrity, and accountability. Dedication. We are committed to the success of our team members, clients, and communities. Relationships. We foster lasting connections that strengthen our work and the teams around us.

Who We Are

MacKay is an infrastructure and environmental services firm built on more than 50 years of experience and a growing collective of expertise. We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding our reach, strengthening our capabilities, and bringing together talented teams across the country. That growth is creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers. Every role at MacKay contributes to the success of our projects and the clients we serve. Whether your work is technical or operational, you are part of a team that delivers quality, builds relationships, and moves projects forward. We’re looking for dedicated, talented individuals who deliver excellence, thrive in collaborative environments, and value both meaningful work and work-life balance. If this sounds like you, we’d like to hear from you.

In February 2026, 2IM joined forces with MacKay Sposito; this partnership represents a thoughtful, long‑term step forward—expanding our capabilities, geographic reach, and resources while preserving the leadership, culture, and client relationships that define 2IM.

About 2IM

2IM is a multidisciplinary engineering and environmental services firm based in Chicago, Illinois. Our team delivers planning, design, construction management, and program management services across transportation, infrastructure, utilities, aviation, and facilities markets. We are known for our technical expertise, responsiveness, and strong client relationships built on trust and performance. During this initial integration period, 2IM continues to operate under its current brand, with our leadership and project teams remaining in place. At the same time, we now have the backing of a 350‑person organization with expanded technical depth and opportunities across the Pacific Northwest, Southwest, and Midwest.

Compensation and Benefits

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations.

US Pay Range $115,000—$165,000 USD

• Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefit package including access to our company-sponsored Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option), Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans.
• We also offer 100% company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• Employees are eligible to participate in our company’s 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match.
• Additionally, employees receive paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, and are able to participate in employee ownership options.
• MacKay pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual performance bonuses.
• Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• As a federal contractor, we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Open until filled.