What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Civil Project Engineer position at Terra Engineering Ltd?

Job Description

Award Winning | Global | Innovative | Cutting Edge | Leader in Green Infrastructure

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 preferred (i.e., CFM, CPESC, ENV SP, LEED AP, etc.)

A membership and an active participant in local professional association events / educational sessions (Preferred)

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 mission is 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!

TERRA is committed to equal employment opportunity. In accordance with EEO laws at the federal, state, and local levels, TERRA considers applicants for employment regardless of race (including associated hairstyles), color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status, genetic information, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, order of protection status, pregnancy, arrest record, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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