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Veenstra & Kimm Inc

Civil Engineer

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

Work with Construction Observers/Resident Technicians during all facets of construction. * Assist ... Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering required * Up to 10 years of ...

Actalent

Civil Engineer

Crown Point, IN · On-site

Civil Engineer This Civil Engineer role supports the full lifecycle of civil engineering projects ... * Assist with stormwater management design and stormwater modeling to ensure compliance with ...

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Actalent

Civil Engineer

Crown Point, IN · On-site

Civil Engineer This Civil Engineer role supports the full lifecycle of civil engineering projects ... * Assist with stormwater management design and stormwater modeling to ensure compliance with ...

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langan

Civil Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65K - $88K/yr

Job Responsibilities * Assist with the planning, design and permitting of civil engineering, land development and infrastructure projects; * Assist with the preparation and modification of various ...

langan

Civil Engineer

Chicago, IL

$65K - $88K/yr

Job Responsibilities * Assist with the planning, design and permitting of civil engineering, land development and infrastructure projects; * Assist with the preparation and modification of various ...

TRC Companies, Inc.

Civil Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Conduct site visits, surveys and inspections, and assist with data collection, compilation and ... Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field * 3+ years of ...

Elcora Solutions

Civil Engineer II

Chicago, IL · On-site

... Assist in resolving civil engineering issues identified during design and construction. · Review contractor, vendor, and other third-party submittals for general conformance with project plans and ...

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How much do assistant civil jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant civil in Chicago, IL is $84,900.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,600.00 and $100,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Civil vs Civil Engineer?

AspectAssistant CivilCivil Engineer
Required CredentialsDiploma or associate degree in civil engineering or related fieldBachelor's degree in civil engineering or higher
Work EnvironmentAssists in project tasks, site supervision, and documentationDesign, planning, project management, and overseeing construction
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction firms, government agencies, consulting companiesEngineering firms, construction companies, government departments

Assistant Civil roles typically involve supporting civil engineering projects through site assistance and documentation, requiring diplomas or associate degrees. Civil Engineers handle design, planning, and project management, requiring a bachelor's degree. Both roles are integral to construction projects but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

What are the most commonly searched types of Civil jobs in Chicago, IL?

The most popular types of Civil jobs in Chicago, IL are:

What cities near Chicago, IL are hiring for Assistant Civil jobs?

Cities near Chicago, IL with the most Assistant Civil job openings:

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Infographic showing various Assistant Civil job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $84,900 per year, or $40.8 per hour.

Assistant Civil Designer - Power (Chicago)

Chicago, IL

Burns & McDonnell
Civil Engineering Construction • 10K+ employees

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Job description

The Assistant Civil Designer will play a vital role in assisting with site Civil design and land development for innovative projects within the Power Global Practice. This position focuses on developing the critical infrastructure required for utility-scale solar, energy storage, and power generation facilities. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the Assistant Civil Designer will contribute to projects from initial conceptual site planning through the creation of final construction documentation, helping to deliver resilient and sustainable energy solutions. The role involves collaborating closely with engineering and design professionals to overcome complex site challenges, optimize earthwork and maintain regulatory compliance, ultimately supporting the modernization and expansion of critical power infrastructure.

Responsibilities

  • Design and revise site plans, grading plans, utility profiles, drainage networks, and modeling using Civil 3D.
  • Incorporate daily redline markups and design revisions provided by project engineers and designers.
  • Set up project base and model files, maintain sheet indexes, manage external references and container files, and assist in maintaining file structures within the Autodesk Forma environment.
  • Prepare, plot, and assemble drawing sets for internal review, client submittals, permitting packages, bid packages, and construction deliverables.
  • Generate 3D surfaces, perform earthwork takeoffs, create cross-sections and compute volume calculations for cut/fill balancing.
  • Attend project coordination meetings and align site layouts with other project teams to avoid spatial conflicts.
  • Assist in designing civil site projects specific to the power and renewable industry, including site development, grading, drainage, stormwater management and access roads.
  • Analyze reports, maps, topographical data and drawings to support infrastructure design and site layout.
  • Interpret and apply local, state, and national design codes related to site civil work and environmental regulations.
  • Review design drawings to verify alignment with project scope, budget, and schedule.
  • Assist with a variety of civil assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques, including drawing sequence and presentation, sizing various system components and refining rough sketches. 
  • All other duties as assigned. 
  • Bachelor's degree in drafting & design technology or a related field and two years of experience, or an associate degree and four years of experience, or six years of progressive detailing and design experience.
  • Basic understanding of Civil3D design software to develop the design deliverables.
  • Basic knowledge of civil site design, grading, utility layout, and drainage calculations.
  • familiarity with document management and collaboration platforms, such as Autodesk Forma.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, topographical maps and survey data.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate deliverables.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively and meet project deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-disciplinary project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Burns & McDonnell assists clients of all sizes and industries by providing extensive physical services ranging from assessments, integrated security solutions, and large security architecture designs. Services we typically provide include security and safety system design, threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments, security surveys, security master planning, compliance to federal security programs, independent validation and verification of integrated security system operations, management of installation and maintenance, and staff augmentation to develop and implement facility management and protection processes.

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Civil engineering construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1898

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