Civil Project Engineer
About the role
The Civil Project Engineer will focus on the planning, design, and management of various civil engineering projects including water/wastewater/stormwater and transportation projects for local and government agencies.
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.
- Aid in 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.
Requirements
- BS or MS in Civil Engineering.
- 8 – 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.
Qualifications
- BS or MS in Civil Engineering.
- 8 – 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.
- 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.
Skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Strong problem-solving and project management abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GeoPak, SS4, MicroStation or OpenRoads.
- Knowledge of federal, state, local regulatory authorities, IDOT, and project submittals.
Benefits
At Farnsworth Group, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 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
Pay
$90,000 - $120,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity)
Schedule
Hybrid Work Program available
Company Information
Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, where your career can thrive! For ten 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 almost 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 the communities we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.