Senior Environmental Engineer & Project Lead

Terracon; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 102,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Chicago, IL seeks a Senior Environmental Engineer/Project Manager to lead complex environmental projects, oversee site investigations, remediation, and regulatory compliance, and mentor junior staff toward best-in-class quality and safety.

With 8+ years of experience and a PE or PG license (Geology/Geosciences strongly encouraged), you will design and supervise investigations, prepare technical reports, and contribute to proposals and client presentations from Downtown Chicago or

Qualifications

• 8–11 years of progressive environmental engineering experience.
• PE or PG license required.
• Geology or Geosciences background strongly encouraged.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead site investigations, remediation oversight, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare permits, risk assessments, proposals, and technical reports.
• Design environmental protection systems and plans.
• Mentor less‑experienced staff and support business development.
• Serve as Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer.

Skills

Project leadership

Regulatory compliance

Environmental engineering

Mentoring

Technical reporting

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's in Environmental/Civil Engineering or Geosciences

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Terracon in Chicago, IL seeks a Senior Environmental Engineer/Project Manager to lead complex environmental projects, oversee site investigations, remediation, and regulatory compliance, and mentor junior staff toward best-in-class quality and safety.

With 8+ years of experience and a PE or PG license (Geology/Geosciences strongly encouraged), you will design and supervise investigations, prepare technical reports, and contribute to proposals and client presentations from Downtown Chicago or