Sr. Civil Engineer

Farnsworth Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match up to 5%

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Short & Long-Term Disability

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Professional Development and Training

Mentoring Program

Paid Time Off

Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

Pet Insurance Plan

Hybrid Work Program

Job summary

Farnsworth Group in Chicago seeks a Sr. Civil Engineer to lead planning, design and management of municipal water, wastewater, stormwater, and transportation projects for local and government agencies.

The role requires a PE (or active licensure pursuit) and 15+ years of civil engineering experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and related software. Hybrid work options and strong client management are offered.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Civil Engineering.
• 15+ years of related civil engineering experience.
• PE license or actively seeking licensure.
• Experience with municipal and private clients.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, complete and manage a variety of municipal and some private owner driven civil engineering projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare and develop construction, design documents and plans.
• Collaborate with other Farnsworth Group disciplines and consultants.
• Occasional project, city staff and board meetings.
• Communicate planning objectives for clients current and future projects.
• Prepare project proposals. Assist with business development efforts and development of projects.
• Interaction with IDOT, IEPA, County, MWRD, and understanding of project submittals.
• Team leader and mentoring younger engineers.
• Manage, support, and build relationships with clients and agencies.
• Conduct project field observation and condition assessments.

Skills

PE

Team leadership

Contract development

Mentoring

Education

BS or MS in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GeoPak

SS4

MicroStation

OpenRoads

Job description

Farnsworth Group is seekingan experienced Sr. Civil Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be focused on the planning, design, and management of various civil engineering projects including water/wastewater/stormwater and transportation projects for local and government agencies.

What You’ll Do:

• Plan, design, complete and manage a variety of municipal and some private owner driven civil engineering projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare and develop construction, design documents and plans.
• Collaborate with other Farnsworth Group disciplines and consultants.
• Occasional project, city staff and board meetings.
• Communicate planning objectives for clients current and future projects.
• Prepare project proposals. Assist with business development efforts and development of projects.
• Interaction with IDOT, IEPA, County, MWRD, and understanding of project submittals.
• Team leader and mentoring younger engineers.
• Manage, support, and build relationships with clients and agencies.
• Conduct project field observation and condition assessments.

What You’ll Need:

• BS or MS in Civil Engineering.
• 15 + years of related civil engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or actively seeking licensure.
• Certified Floodplain Manager a plus.
• Federal, State, local regulatory authorities, IDOT experience.
• Experience working with municipal and private clients.
• IDOT – MFT project experience a plus.
• Sanitary sewer, water line and storm water management design experience a plus.
• AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GeoPak, SS4, MicroStation or OpenRoads experience.
• Team experience with multiple ongoing projects.
• Contract development skills.
• Construction engineering and observation knowledge

Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.

Illinois Pay Transparency

$110,000—$150,000 USD

Who We Are:

Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural engineering and surveying firm where your career can thrive! For eleven consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With more than 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and communities. Join us and move your career forward.

A Great Place to Work Certified

For eleven consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participate in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.

Full-time regular employee benefits and perks include:

• 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Professional Development and Training
• Mentoring Program
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Pet Insurance Plan
• Hybrid Work Program

Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success. Please discuss with your recruiter for details.

Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:

Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.