Job Description

Project Manager – Water Infrastructure

Full-Time | Greater Chicago Region

$145,000–$175,000 + Bonus

Are you an experienced Civil Engineering Project Manager looking for a firm where people build long-term careers?

This well-established engineering consulting firm has an average employee tenure of over 10.5 years—a testament to its collaborative culture, strong leadership, and commitment to employee growth. If you're looking for stability, meaningful projects, and room to advance, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

What You'll Do

• Lead municipal water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater infrastructure projects.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and client communication.
• Oversee engineering design, permitting, and project delivery.
• Mentor project teams and collaborate across disciplines.
• Build and maintain relationships with municipal clients throughout the Greater Chicago region.
• Support business development through proposals and industry networking.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10+ years of experience in municipal water, wastewater, or stormwater infrastructure.
• Strong leadership, project management, and client relationship skills.
• Experience serving municipalities in the Greater Chicago region.

Why You'll Love It

• $145,000–$175,000 base salary + performance bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
• A supportive, team-first culture where employees stay for the long haul.

If you're interested—or simply curious to learn more—I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation.

David Meyer

Civil Engineering Recruiter

GPAC | Growing People and Companies

📧 david.meyer@gogpac.com

📱 (605) 610-4543

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.