Senior Project Engineer – Municipal Lead & Hydraulics

Fehr Graham Engineering & Environmental; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Life/Disability Insurance

401K Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Awesome Work Environment

Job summary

Fehr Graham Engineering & Environmental is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for Municipal projects in Champaign, IL. You will lead project design efforts, apply engineering judgment, and collaborate with project managers to meet schedules and budgets.

The role emphasizes client relationship building, mentorship of junior staff, and representing the firm in client meetings. The position offers an engaging work environment with opportunities to lead and grow within a fast‑growing Midwest

Qualifications

• Speak and write well.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Comfortable leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with clients.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines.
• Team player who can also operate independently when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate project design efforts.
• Apply engineering principles and judgment.
• Review and validate calculations, plans and reports.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Proactively address project challenges.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted technical advisor.
• Collaborate with project managers to meet schedules, budgets and quality standards.
• Guide and mentor junior engineers and technical staff, fostering professional growth.
• Represent the firm in client meetings and presentations.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Leadership

Project management

Job description

Fehr Graham Engineering & Environmental is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for Municipal projects in Champaign, IL. You will lead project design efforts, apply engineering judgment, and collaborate with project managers to meet schedules and budgets.

The role emphasizes client relationship building, mentorship of junior staff, and representing the firm in client meetings. The position offers an engaging work environment with opportunities to lead and grow within a fast‑growing Midwest