Engineering Manager, Site Development

Milhouse; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 141,400 - 178,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability

Retirement plan 401(k)

Tuition assistance & development

Generous PTO & holidays

Parental leave

Transit benefits

Employee recognition program

Company events & volunteering

Job summary

Milhouse is seeking an energetic Civil Engineering - Site Development Manager for our downtown Chicago office. You will lead a civil engineering design team, oversee site development projects for public and private clients in Illinois, and ensure quality delivery while mentoring staff and promoting innovation.

Reporting to the VP of Civil / Transportation, you will manage multiple design projects, develop layouts and utility plans, and grow the transportation portfolio through strong client

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years designing site-civil projects with 5 years leading design teams.
• PE license in Illinois required.
• Strong leadership, communication and PM skills.
• Experience with public agencies (CDB, PBC, CHA, CDOT) and site development software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a civil engineering design team of 3–6 people with mentorship.
• Oversee site and utility design plans from start to finish for public/private clients in Illinois.
• Develop conceptual site layouts, grading, utilities, drainage and permitting.
• Maintain client relationships and assist with business development for transportation projects.
• Coach staff to promote innovation and work-life balance; ensure QA/QC on projects.
• Manage billable projects and practical project execution.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

PE Illinois

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Site/civil drainage software

Public agency projects

Education

Civil Engineering degree

PE license Illinois

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Civil design software

Job description

Milhouse is looking for an energetic and driven Civil Engineering - Site Development Manager to join our downtown Chicago office.

As the Section Manager of Civil Engineering for Site Development, you will be responsible for managing your own team of talented engineers, overseeing projects, and ensuring quality delivery for our clients. This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced project manager who excels at leading civil engineering tasks for site development and building projects. This position reports directly to Milhouse’s VP of Civil / Transportation and works in a collaborative environment that promotes innovation, work-life balance, and professional growth.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage a civil engineering design team of three to six people, providing mentorship and technical guidance.
• Oversee and assist with the development and production of site and utility design plans and specifications from start to finish for public and private clients in Illinois.
• Design tasks typically include the oversight / development of conceptual site layouts, demo, grading, utility, drainage/ storm sewer plans and permitting.
• Maintain / grow positive client relationships and assist with business development efforts to continue expansion of our transportation project portfolio.
• Coach, mentor and develop staff while promoting a culture of innovation and work-life balance.
• Assure that Quality Assurance/Quality Control is being performed on every project.
• Work on and manage billable projects for a majority of your time. Initially, this will likely include:
• Chicago Housing Authority – Brooks Homes underground infrastructure.
• Public Building Commission – Shoreline Mitigation Project.
• Chicago Dept of Transportation – Program Management Consultant for Chicago Works.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience designing site-civil projects which includes 5 years of managing multiple design teams performing the work.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Illinois is required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor a team.
• Technical background and experience managing projects for public agencies (CDB, PBC, CHA, CDOT), architects or developers that utilize AutoCAD Civil 3d or other site-civil / drainage related software.
• Experience preparing civil engineering / utility plan sheets and specifications for site development and building projects.
• Excellent time management and problem‑solving abilities, with keen attention to detail and quality.
• Robust organization and communication skills as required to create / execute project plans and respond to client requirements.

You’ll Receive

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage.
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• Voluntary Coverages.
• Discounted Gym Membership.
• Competitive Base Salary.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Professional Development Incentives.
• Milhouse University (Cross‑Functional Training).
• Employee Education & Development Program – Tuition assistance and learning opportunities.
• Generous PTO + Paid Holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Extracurricular Sports Teams.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Employee Referral Bonus.
• Transit Benefits Program.
• Charitable Events and Activities offered through non‑profit affiliate – Milhouse Charities.

Pay

141,400 - 178,100 a year

Milhouse is a pay transparency non‑discrimination organization committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We ensure that all employees are compensated fairly and without bias, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, effective January 1, 2025, we include pay scales and benefits in all job postings and ensure that all promotion opportunities are communicated to current employees within 14 days of external postings. Additionally, we participate in E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility and uphold compliance with federal requirements.

Why Join the Civil Team? Here’s why:

If you are looking to join an energetic and growing department, then the Milhouse Civil team might be the perfect fit for you. Beyond exciting Architectural, Transportation, Site Civil, and Structural project opportunities of all sizes and complexities, the Civil team also holds monthly team lunches and quarterly socials.

Important Notice to US Applicants

Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. is an at‑will employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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