Civil Engineer Jobs in Illinois
Civil Engineer jobs in Illinois are consistently in demand, with strong hiring concentrated in transportation infrastructure, water systems, structural projects, and municipal development at levels from entry-level project engineer through senior principal. Chicago leads the market by a wide margin, with secondary hiring clusters in Rockford and the Quad Cities, and major employers including AECOM, IDOT, and Burns & McDonnell maintaining long-term staffing needs throughout the state. The most sought-after specialties in Illinois are transportation and highway engineering, water resources, and structural design. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
The Senior Civil Engineer will lead civil design project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Senior Civil Engineer will lead the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting civil plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.
- Lead civil design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
- Prepare civil equipment: packaged equipment and construction specifications and data sheets, Request's for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
- Review civil vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients other engineering disciplines, detailers, designers.
- Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning.
- Responsible for effective management of change orders.
- Applies expert knowledge of commonly used civil concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the civil engineering services industry.
- Compiles studies and reports and writes specifications.
- Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, find's/develops non-standard design solutions.
- Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project related data as required by the project managers to verify design compliance with project, client, and industry standards, including constructability.
- Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, calculations, field inspections and testing of materials.
- Leads field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
- Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
- Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities.
- Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.
- Participate in sales and marketing efforts and identify, lead and manage key pursuits.
- Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
- Prepare, present and manage project budgets and cost estimates.
- Report project performance.
- Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the civil engineering practice.
- Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
- Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
- Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
- Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program, and 7 years civil engineering experience required.
- Or bachelor's degree in civil or related engineering technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 7 years civil engineering experience required.
- Or master's degree in civil engineering and 6 years civil engineering experience required.
- EPC project experience preferred.
- Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Strong computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, civil analysis programs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members.
- Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
- Ability to travel.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.
Compensation
$140,000.00-210,000.00 Yearly
The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits
Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Civil Engineering
Primary Location US-IL-Chicago
Other Locations US-MO-Kansas City, US-TX-Dallas
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Req ID: 264840
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-EH #GFS
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Civil Engineer Job Market in Illinois
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Who's Hiring
- State of Illinois27

- Farnsworth7

- Jobot6

- EXP4

- CB&I4

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services21
- Construction & Real Estate7
- Staffing & Recruiting6
- Energy1
- Retail1
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil engineer jobs across Illinois.
- Active Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited program
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or comparable design and drafting software
- Experience with Illinois Department of Transportation project standards and submittal processes
- Familiarity with local municipality permitting, grading, and stormwater management requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with clients, contractors, and public agencies
Civil Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a civil engineer in Illinois?
To become a licensed civil engineer in Illinois, you earn an accredited bachelor's degree in civil engineering, pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become an Engineer Intern, accumulate qualifying work experience under a licensed Professional Engineer, then pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Licensure is issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Many Illinois employers require or strongly prefer candidates who hold or are actively pursuing their PE license.
How much do civil engineers make in Illinois?
Civil engineers in Illinois earn a median of about $99,760 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,590 for the lowest 10% to over $157,410 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire civil engineers in Illinois?
Employers hiring civil engineers in Illinois right now include State of Illinois, Farnsworth, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's large public infrastructure pipeline and the presence of major engineering consultancies in the Chicago metro mean consistent openings across both public-sector agencies and private design firms throughout the state.
Which Illinois cities have the most civil engineer jobs?
Chicago, Springfield, and Champaign have the most civil engineer openings in Illinois right now. Chicago dominates the distribution given its scale of ongoing transit, water, and vertical construction projects, while smaller metros like Rockford and Springfield generate steady openings tied to municipal infrastructure programs and state agency offices headquartered there.
Are there remote civil engineer jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Civil engineering work is largely site-dependent, so fully remote positions make up a small share of openings. About 70% of civil engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those roles tend to involve design, drafting, or project management tasks that don't require physical site presence.
How can I get hired as a civil engineer in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an engineering intern or junior project engineer role with a firm or public agency that sponsors Engineers in Training. AECOM and IDOT both bring on new graduates for structured early-career programs, and many Illinois counties and municipalities post associate engineer positions that require only an accredited degree and EIT credential. Candidates who complete the Fundamentals of Engineering exam before graduating stand out, and building a portfolio of coursework projects or AutoCAD work gives an edge in interviews.
Where can I find and apply to civil engineer jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to civil engineer jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across firms, agencies, and project types. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly through each listing.
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