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Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer

MSR Technology Group • Chicago, IL, US
25 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Staff Civil Engineer – Field-Based (Water / Wastewater Projects – Chicago Region)

Location : Greater Chicago Area (travel required across region)

Start Date : Early 2026 (flexibility for earlier start on temporary project)

Employment Type : Full-Time

Fleet Vehicle Provided

Key Requirements :

  • Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited program in Civil Engineering (required)
  • EIT certification required, PE preferred
  • Significant experience in water main and / or sewer main construction
  • Strong soft skills : must communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders
  • Resident engineering role : field-based, onsite daily, home each night
  • Must be comfortable with construction observation, monitoring, and documentation

A leading engineering firm with a strong presence in the Great Lakes region is seeking a Staff Civil Engineer to support high-profile water infrastructure projects across northeast Illinois. This role is part of a growing team focused on stormwater, wastewater, and drinking water systems.

You’ll be placed on one of three major projects based on your experience :

  • Joliet Drinking Water Project
  • City of Chicago Sewer Water Project
  • Chicago Water Transmission Program
  • Responsibilities :

  • Perform field investigations, inspections, and assessments
  • Document daily construction activities and generate field reports
  • Monitor contractor compliance with plans, specs, and safety standards
  • Coordinate with designers on RFIs, shop drawings, and change orders
  • Communicate regularly with Project Managers and Section Managers
  • Interface with clients and ensure project alignment
  • Support office-based tasks during project downtime
  • Qualifications :

  • 2–3+ years of civil engineering experience (consulting preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of civil engineering techniques and construction standards
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and civil design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.)
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
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