Senior Project Engineer - Collection Systems | Chicago, IL

Metric Geo; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo in Chicago is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to lead wastewater collection system design, planning and improvement projects. You will own technical work, interact directly with clients and contribute to a growing team with opportunities for professional development.

You will oversee design deliverables, manage schedules and budgets, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with contractors and internal teams on diverse infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• BSc in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer license preferred.
• 6+ years of relevant engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design of wastewater collection system projects.
• Prepare engineering plans, specifications, reports and technical deliverables.
• Manage project tasks, schedules and budgets.
• Work closely with clients, contractors and internal project teams.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers.
• Support field investigations and assessment of existing collection systems.
• Contribute to proposals and business development activities.

Skills

Project management

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Education

BSc in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

An established engineering consultancy is looking for an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join their Chicago team, working across wastewater collection system projects and supporting clients with the planning, design and improvement of their infrastructure.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of technical work, work directly with clients and contribute to a growing team, with opportunities for professional development and progression.

The role:

• Lead and support the design of wastewater collection system projects
• Prepare engineering plans, specifications, reports and technical deliverables
• Manage project tasks, schedules and budgets
• Work closely with clients, contractors and internal project teams
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers
• Support field investigations and assessment of existing collection systems
• Contribute to proposals and business development activities

What's on offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Join an established team specialising in water and wastewater infrastructure
• The opportunity to work on a variety of wastewater collection system projects

Qualifications required:

• BSc in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred
• 6+ years of relevant engineering experience

Role requirements:

• Experience with wastewater collection systems and sewer infrastructure
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles and design
• Experience working with clients and multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong technical, communication and organisational skills
• Experience with relevant engineering design software