Senior Civil Project Engineer
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TERRA Engineering, Ltd. provided pay range
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Base pay range
$95,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr
We are TERRA Engineering, Ltd.!
If you are seeking a work environment that promotes a warm collaborative culture, individualized professional development, and opportunities to advance, then TERRA is the place for you! At TERRA, we believe in work-life harmony, where we are passionate about supporting our employees both professionally and personally.
You Are
The ideal candidate ready to manage teams and activities on a range of projects, including complex, high-profile projects.
Prepared to take ownership for overall client satisfaction, financial performance, and implementing Quality Control/Quality Assurance on projects.
Responsible for marketing and business development activities and integral to the recruiting and staff development and review process.
Comfortable with a hybrid schedule where you are encouraged to report to our Chicago office a minimum of once/week.
You Will
Lead a team in proposal development and interviews for a range of project sizes and types.
Participate in business development efforts through understanding the local client market and participating in professional organizations.
Review and execute agreements with the assistance of Department Managers.
Establish project team and staffing requirements consistent with contractual obligations.
Initiate projects with the accounting department and leads kick-off meeting(s) to convey scope, tasks, and budgets to multi-disciplinary team members.
Lead project teams of varying disciplines and sizes with a focus on client communication and satisfaction.
Manage project communication and deliverables to ensure the highest quality of documentation and professionalism.
Delegate and, when required, assists the team with developing design criteria, performing analyses, and preparing design documents on complicated and large-scale projects.
Lead client and stakeholder presentations with an emphasis on client advocacy, identifying and balancing client expectations with contractual obligations, project goals, and client satisfaction.
Ensure each project meets Quality Control/Quality Assurance requirements.
Approve and certify deliverables as the Engineer of Record.
Monitor project financial performance and establishes/updates project staffing requirements to meet project’s financial goals.
Lead monthly invoicing of projects and tracking accounts’ receivables.
Provide leadership and management necessary to strategize successful project delivery, financial performance, and risk mitigation.
Ensure the completion of close-out documentation process with contractors, clients, and agencies.
Ensure the completion of internal close out process, including identifying lessons learned to be relayed to staff members.
Author project descriptions and resumes to be incorporated into marketing materials.
Develop and maintain trusted relationships with clients.
Mentor staff and participates in performance reviews.
Create and enforces the application of TERRA standards and guidelines.
Lead the recruitment, interviewing, and candidate selection process.
Provide input on the growth strategy of the department.
You Have
B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering or related fields (Required)
10+ years of Civil engineering and/or Site Development experience (Required)
an Illinois Professional Engineering (PE) License (Required)
Additional credentials (i.e., CFM, CPESC, ENV SP, LEED AP, etc.)
A membership and an active participant in local professional association events/educational sessions ()
The ability to exercise good engineering and leadership judgment
About TERRA Engineering
Founded in 1992, TERRA Engineering, Ltd. (TERRA) is a woman-owned, full-service engineering firm that also offers Landscape Architecture and Land Surveying expertise. We provide quality services for client-specific solutions within scope, budget, and schedule. TERRA’s missionis to become the Professional Service firm of choice by empowering our employees to be innovative and socially responsible while achieving sustainable and profitable growth.
Our multi-disciplinary team brings robust knowledge and diverse experience to our clients’ projects, while also providing innovative and sustainable solutions. Continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration are at the core of TERRA’s culture. We strive to create an environment in which all can comfortably and authentically express their thoughts and ideas and effectively engage with the organization. Each member of our team is an important part of TERRA’s success!
TERRA Provides
Major medical, dental and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account
Public transportation reimbursement for travel to and from the office (for Chicago-based employees)
401K with Match and Profit-sharing program
Bonus program
Paid holidays and paid time off
Professional development
A team of creative and talented individuals to work alongside!
The employment policy of
TERRA Engineering, Ltd.
is to provide equal opportunity to all persons. Our company, therefore, has made a commitment to equal employment opportunity through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of , , , , , , military and/or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes.
TERRA Engineering, Ltd.
will recruit, hire, train and promote qualified individuals in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to , , , , military and/or veteran status, or in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, which require affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment.
TERRA Engineering, Ltd.
does not discriminate on the basis of or citizenship status as provided under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Seniority level
Seniority level Director
Employment type
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Civil Engineering
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