Sr. Engineer/Project Manager – Civil & Environmental Engineering

Clark Dietz, Inc.

Kenosha (WI)

Hybrid

USD 114,483 - 139,984

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Licensure support

Career development

Ownership opportunity

Job summary

Clark Dietz, Inc. in Wisconsin seeks an experienced Sr. Civil Engineer/Project Manager to lead water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the Southern WI/Northern IL region.

You will oversee all phases from proposal to delivery, mentor staff, and manage client relations with a focus on quality and schedule. The role emphasizes technical leadership in hydraulic design, funding assistance, and regulatory compliance, with a flexible hybrid schedule and opportunities for ownership in a

Qualifications

B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering; M.S. desirable.
IL or WI PE license required.
12+ years of experience in planning, design and construction of pumping and water/wastewater infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Own the complete project lifecycle from proposal to delivery.
Develop plans: scope, schedule, budget, risk, QA.
Lead multidisciplinary teams and assign tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Project management

Client presentations

Education

Bachelor's in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineer license (IL/WI)

Master's degree desirable

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Biowin

Visio

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

HEC-GeoRAS

XP-SWMM

Job description

Description

With offices across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin, Clark Dietz, Inc. is a 100% employee‑owned ENR Top 500 Design Firm. We are recognized leaders in transportation, civil, environmental, structural, mechanical, electrical and construction engineering. We succeed together and believe that an inclusive workplace builds stronger teams and better solutions for our clients and communities. Our culture promotes innovation, and professional growth through collaboration, mentoring and Communities of Practice.

Position Overview

We have an opportunity for an experienced Sr. Civil Engineer/Project Manager to join our Southern WI/Northern IL Civil/Environmental Team. The role will oversee water and wastewater infrastructure projects from inception to completion, maintain strong client relationships, provide technical leadership, foster staff growth, and secure funding assistance.

Primary Responsibilities

Take ownership of the complete project lifecycle, from proposal development to final project delivery.
Develop and manage project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, risk management, and quality assurance.
Lead multidisciplinary project teams and assign tasks to ensure timely and efficient project execution.
Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.
Conduct project performance reviews, including cost control, quality control, and client satisfaction.
Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Client Relations And Business Development

Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, fostering long‑term relationships through consistent communication and project updates.
Understand client needs and expectations, translating them into clear project objectives.
Lead client meetings and presentations, providing technical insights and project progress updates.
Support business development by identifying opportunities for new projects and preparing proposals.
Author proposals and technical approaches for new project proposals.
Collaborate with business development teams to expand the company’s water and wastewater service offerings.
Maintain active membership and participation in professional, technical, and/or civic organizations.
Serve on committees and advance the firm’s reputation by authoring technical papers and/or presenting at conferences.

Funding Assistance And Grant Management

Identify funding opportunities, including grants, loans, and other financial assistance programs from federal, state, and local sources.
Develop funding strategies and prepare grant applications to support water and wastewater projects.
Maintain relationships with funding agencies and stay informed of emerging opportunities.
Assist clients with navigating funding mechanisms and optimizing financial support.
Provide grant compliance and reporting assistance.

Technical Expertise And Design Oversight

Lead the technical design of complex water distribution, wastewater collection, and treatment systems.
Oversee the preparation of engineering drawings, specifications, permit applications, calculations, and technical reports.
Review and approve project deliverables, ensuring accuracy and technical soundness.
Perform advanced design, modeling, and water/wastewater system analysis.
Mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff, promoting knowledge sharing and professional growth.
Stay updated on industry regulations and standards to ensure projects meet current requirements.

Quality Assurance And Risk Mitigation

Implement and enforce quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) processes.
Identify project risks early and develop mitigation strategies.
Conduct technical reviews of designs and reports, ensuring compliance with project requirements and standards.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering. M.S. degree is desirable.
IL or WI PE license required.
12+ years of experience with planning, design and construction of pumping and water/wastewater treatment infrastructure.
Experience with collection and distribution/storage systems is a plus.
Experience performing project management tasks including development of scope, schedule and budget.
Experience working with public sector clients (municipal and sanitary district).
Experience assisting clients with program funding options (user fees, grants, SRF loans) and permitting.
Familiarity with CAD and modeling software including AutoCAD Civil 3D, Biowin, Visio, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HEC-GeoRAS, XP-SWMM.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to conduct effective client presentations and prepare reports.
Ability to collaborate effectively with team members from multiple offices.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to client and project sites as needed.