Project Engineer - Water Resources

The Project Engineer will be expected to participate in the development and preparation of engineering data in support of various water resources and environmental engineering projects.

The Project Engineer will work with limited supervision of senior engineers, and as a team member with project managers, water resource engineers, GIS Analysts, Hydraulic Modelers, Structural Engineers and Design Managers. Responsibilities will be focused around providing Operations and Emergency Response support. This support will require the expedited, proactive management of various activities simultaneously.

These activities may include Standard Operating Procedure development, stakeholder, Interagency, and Interdepartmental coordination. Additional tasks may include site investigations, field measurements, utility investigation, conditions assessments, and administration of various tasks in support of Operations. 

• Read and interpret project drawing and specifications, provide material take-offs, formulate construction cost estimates, and prepare proposals. 
• Provides technical support for a variety of water related projects, including storage facilities, pump/booster stations, water transmission and water distribution systems 
• Utilize basic engineering principles, judgement, theories, practices, and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems. 
• Perform work with little supervision. 
• Propose approaches to solve new problems 
• Participate in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables. 
• Record and interpret data, conduct analyses, prepare reports, and compare findings to relevant studies and local, state, and federal regulations to ensure compliance during construction of repairs. 
• Direct day-to-day program management activity on tasks associated with Operations and Emergency response support 
• Develop, implement, and administer program management tools and other controlling documents. 
• Develop, implement, and administer reporting tools for ongoing activities. Reporting may be necessary on a weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or quarterly basis. 
• Reading, understanding, and working with construction crews to follow project specific documents. 
• Maintaining project files. 

• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast-paced physical environment.  
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.  
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards. 
• Works effectively with unstructured teams, situations, or environments. 
• Helps others adapt to changing environments and accept new situations. 
• Works to create a climate that values learning as a lifelong professional requirement. 
• This leads in establishing a climate that views errors and failures as learning opportunities. 
• Seeks opportunities to help others learn as teacher, coach, and mentor. 
• Facilitates effective communication with senior technical and business associates. 
• Interacts with a wide variety of technical and business audiences. 
• Analyzes, determines, and presents the right message, verifying it is received as intended. 
• Effectively presents to clients, delivering key messages clearly and succinctly. 
• Promotes focus on team accomplishments and sharing credit. 
• Monitors individual and team morale; intervenes appropriately. 
• Evaluates individual and team effectiveness; recommends or makes improvements. 
• Problem Solving  
• Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives. 
• Helps to analyze risks and benefits of alternative approaches and obtain decisions on resolution. 
• Facilitates reconciliation rather than divisiveness among individuals. 
• Produces written materials in business- and industry-specific technical language. 
• Adapts writing -- language, form, style, tone -- to different audiences. 
• Reviews the written materials of others and provides feedback and coaching. 
• Ability to interpret construction plans/drawings.  
• Ability to use a computer, the Internet, word processing, spreadsheet, and email. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel. 
• Ability to work safely in a construction environment. 

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• 3-8 years of related experience in water/wastewater utility planning, operations, and experience working with public entities.

Milhouse is a pay transparency non-discrimination organization committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We ensure that all employees are compensated fairly and without bias, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, effective January 1, 2025, we include pay scales and benefits in all job postings and ensure that all promotion opportunities are communicated to current employees within 14 days of external postings. Additionally, we participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and uphold compliance with federal requirements.

Why Join the Civil Team? Here's why:

If you are looking to join an energetic and growing department, then the Milhouse Civil team might be the perfect fit for you. Beyond exciting Architectural, Transportation, Site Civil, and Structural project opportunities of all sizes and complexities, the Civil team also holds monthly team lunches and quarterly socials. We want to ensure that all our team members are engaged and maintaining the work life balance that is necessary to maximize their potential. If this sounds like a fit for you, then apply today!

Here's a little information on Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc.:

Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. was founded in 2001 with the goal of building the best engineering company in the country. It was based on the belief that if we hired great people, fueled their passion while challenging them to excel, and maintained a laser focus on the needs of your clients, success would come- and so it has. Our portfolio of successful projects continues to grow, our family of highly satisfied clients continues to expand, and our staff just gets better and better.

We are a unique, Chicago-based firm whose collective passion, vision and expertise has led to phenomenal growth! With more than 500+ talented professionals and offices across the globe, Milhouse offers a dynamic work environment where there is no limit to what you can achieve if you are willing to go after it.

Our people are the cornerstone of our organization, and key to our success. Join a remarkably talented team that shares a passion for what they do and a vision for improving communities around the world through innovative engineering and construction. Click here to see who we are, and how our people drive our culture each & every day.

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Important Notice to US Applicants

Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. is an at-will employer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits List:

Medical

Dental

Vision

 Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Transit Benefits Program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Education & Development Program

Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Program

Wellness Program 

Employee Recognition Program

Lunch and Learns

Milhouse University Classes (Cross Functional Training)

Higher Level Professional Development/Certification support

Paid Maternity and Paternity leave (plus incentives to support you in your first year of parenthood)