Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer / Senior Civil Engineer (Land Development)
? Western suburb, Greater Chicago Area (Hybrid – 1 day remote/week)
?? ~10% Travel to Project Sites
Compensation : $90,000 to 130,000 + bonus

Benefits include; medical, dental, vision, 401k match

About the Opportunity
Our client is seeking a Civil Engineer or Senior Civil Engineer to support a growing portfolio of industrial land development projects across the United States. This role offers exposure to the full lifecycle of development—from due diligence and site planning through construction support—within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate due diligence efforts including review of title, surveys, and site constraints

• Develop preliminary site plans, grading concepts, and utility layouts

• Prepare lease exhibits and support real estate documentation

• Collaborate with architects, MEP engineers, and other consultants to advance project design

• Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, and cost estimating (quantity takeoffs)

• Manage and coordinate third-party consultants across multiple projects

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and permitting requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (PE license is a plus, not required)

• 5+ years of experience in civil engineering with a focus on land/site development

• Strong understanding of real estate and development documents (surveys, easements, permits, etc.)

• Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Office

Key Skills

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

• Highly organized with the ability to manage competing priorities

• Detail-oriented with a problem-solving mindset

• Collaborative and team-focused approach

What’s Offered

• Hybrid work schedule (1 remote day per week)

• Opportunity to work on diverse, large-scale industrial developments nationwide

• Career growth within a dynamic and expanding organization

• Exposure to cross-functional teams and high-impact projects

If interested, please apply today.

Rachel Stewart
LaSalle Network

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