Description
Senior Project Engineer - Municipal
Do you thrive on leading others and tackling projects? Fehr Graham is a fast-growing Midwest engineering and environmental firm looking for a motivated Senior Project Engineer-Municipal to join our team. We donโt just need someone who excels with technical skills โ we want someone who can inspire and lead a team toward success. If youโre a seasoned civil engineer with a passion for applying principles in transportation, private development, or hydraulic modeling projects, we want you on our team!
Whatโs in it for you?
ย We offer an exciting and engaging work environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. As a leader with a proven track record of success, weโll look to you to manage successful projects. Youโll have the chance to take the lead in shaping projects that leave a lasting impact.ย
Where youโll work
The position is based in our Champaign, IL office. At Fehr Graham, we believe in work-life balance, and that includes injecting a healthy dose of fun into everything we do. Itโs even part of our Core Values! We celebrate milestones and enjoy friendly team-building activities and office outings after work. A happy and engaged work team is a successful one. Each of our offices brings an environment filled with positive energy and enthusiasm. We encourage our teams to connect on multiple levels and support each otherโs personal and professional growth.
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What youโll do
As a Senior Project Engineer, youโll take on a leadership role in delivering complex projects while mentoring junior staff and ensuring technical quality. Youโll also:ย
ยปย ย ย Lead and coordinate project design efforts.
ยปย ย ย Apply engineering principles and judgment.
ยปย ย ย Review and validate calculations, plans and reports.
ยปย ย ย Identify and resolve discrepancies.
ยปย ย ย Proactively address project challenges.
ยปย ย ย Develop and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted technical advisor.
ยปย ย ย Collaborate with project managers to meet schedules, budgets and quality standards.
ยปย ย ย Guide and mentor junior engineers and technical staff, fostering professional growth.
ยปย ย ย Represent the firm in client meetings and presentations.
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What it takes
Ideally, youโll have a bachelorโs or masterโs degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. If you have eight or more years of experience in civil design and project management, preferably at a professional consulting firm, we want to talk. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is required, or the ability to obtain reciprocity[EM1] . Ideally, you will also:ย
ยปย ย ย Speak and write well.
ยปย ย ย Have strong analytical and organizational skills.
ยปย ย ย Be comfortable leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating with clients.
ยปย ย ย Manage multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines.
ยปย ย ย Be a team player who can also operate independently when needed.
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What youโll get
Youโll have plenty of opportunities to grow professionally at our progressive firm, which started in 1973. Our people-first organization is focused on giving our employees the opportunity for growth. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer:
ยปย ย ย Medical/life/disability insurance.
ยปย ย ย 401K profit-sharing plan.
ยปย ย ย Paid time off.
ยปย ย ย An awesome work environment.ย
Pay Transparency:
The base salary (or hourly rate) range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the companyโs good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.
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Learn more about Fehr Grahamโs people, culture and projects on our website.ย
Equal Opportunity Employer
Fehr Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.ย
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