Senior Environmental Engineer

Baxter & Woodman; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter & Woodman is seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer in the Water/Wastewater Group. This role involves managing projects, developing client relationships, and technical mentoring within a leading engineering firm with a strong commitment to employee well-being and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off and holidays

401k plans with financial advisors

Employee Stock Ownership program

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in water and wastewater project design and management.
• Ability to lead and manage team members through project design.
• Excellent technical writing and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, development, and successful completion of projects.
• Prepare project proposals in coordination with department managers.
• Build and develop project team members.

Skills

Technical writing

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering, environmental emphasis

Registered professional engineering license, Illinois preferred

Job description

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Your future position: Senior Environmental Engineer (Water/Wastewater)

Choose your location: Crystal Lake, Chicago or Mokena, IL

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2025 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About The Role, Your Impact

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Senior Environmental Engineer in our Water/Wastewater Group. The Senior Environmental Engineer will assist with managing projects, developing business, serving clients, and designing drinking water and wastewater projects in our Crystal Lake, Chicago, or Mokena, IL office. A successful candidate will benefit from a unique opportunity to advance quickly to a management position leading technical teams and/or coordinating marketing efforts.

What your day-to-day will look like, what you will learn on the job

• Lead the planning, developing, coordinating, and ensuring successful completion of projects.
• Prepare and monitor project schedules to assure successful delivery of projects on time and on budget.
• Prepare engineering project proposals in coordination with the Department Managers, the Vice President of Water Manager, and the Marketing Department.
• Make decisions independently and take responsibility for project engineering solutions.
• Lead single and multi-disciplined projects.
• Build and develop project team members.
• Represent the company in client and agency meetings to resolve questions and to plan and coordinate work.
• Communicate and coordinate efforts and ideas with peers and management team.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring of project team members.
• Develop and enhance client relationships and business growth.
• Work with Department Managers to develop department standards and complete peer reviews.
  
  

Education/Certification Requirements

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, environmental emphasis.
• Registered professional engineering license, Illinois preferred.
  
  

Must-haves, What You Will Bring

• 8 or more years of experience in the design and project management of water and wastewater projects including wastewater treatment plants.
• Ability to lead and manage team members through project design
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
  
  

Compensation The pay range for this role is $110,000-$130,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

You matter! Our outstanding benefits - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home and/or work a flexible schedule on eligible positions. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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