Senior Civil Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting and engineering firm seeks a Senior Civil Engineer (P.E.) in Chicago to support site development. This role focuses on delivering innovative solutions for industrial, retail, and assisted living projects, requiring strong collaboration with developers and design teams. Ideal candidates will have 10-15 years in civil design and a deep understanding of land development processes.

Benefits

8 paid holidays

401(k) Matching

Health, Dental, Short/Long Term and Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Professional Development Assistance

Potential for Annual Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 to 15 years in site/civil design.
• Strong understanding of land development codes.
• Experience with real estate developers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design for site development projects.
• Coordinate with developers, architects, and other consultants.
• Provide technical guidance and quality control.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Site Development

Project Coordination

Technical Guidance

Business Development

Education

P.E. license (Civil Engineering)

Job description

Job Description

Fully integrated consulting and engineering firm that specializes in providing environmental investigation, engineering and remediation services, geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing services, and property condition assessments throughout the Midwest region. Our approach is simple: to ensure the expedient implementation of a practical, effective, technically accurate, and affordable project method. Our client-focused staff of experienced engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, and field technicians has investigated tens of thousands of residential, commercial, and industrial properties across the United States. Our geotechnical investigation and construction materials testing group has the capacity and experience to handle a wide range of site development tasks.

Compensation

• Salary: $110,000 to $140,000 annually
• 8 paid holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health, Dental, Short/Long Term and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Professional Development Assistance
• Potential for Annual Bonus

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Position Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer (P.E.) to support site development projects, with a focus on industrial buildings, assisted living facilities, and retail centers. This role will collaborate with real estate developers and design teams to deliver innovative, cost-effective civil engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead civil engineering design for site development of industrial, retail, and assisted living projects.
• Coordinate with developers, architects, and other consultants to integrate engineering systems seamlessly into the overall project vision.
• Provide technical guidance and quality control throughout all project phases.
• Support business development efforts by contributing technical expertise to proposals and client meetings.

Requirements:

• P.E. license required (Civil Engineering).
• 10 to 15 years of experience in site/civil design for commercial, industrial, or senior living developments.
• Strong understanding of land development codes, permitting processes, and civil systems design.
• Experience working directly with real estate developers is highly preferred.