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Confidential Municipal PM Role | Western Chicago Suburbs in Itasca

Date Posted: 16 July 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Exclusive Opportunity: Municipal Project Manager

Award-Winning Civil Engineering Firm | Greater Chicago Area

Salary: $100,000 – $130,000+ (Based on Experience)

A highly respected, award-winning civil engineering firm in the Greater Chicago Area is seeking an experienced municipal engineer for a Municipal Project Manager role to add to its growing team. This confidential opportunity is with an organization recognized for technical excellence, outstanding client service, and a culture built around taking care of its people like family.

This is a chance to join a firm where employees are valued, professional growth is encouraged, and long-term careers are built.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

  • Award-winning company culture and workplace environment
  • Highly respected name within the civil engineering industry
  • Employee-focused organization with a strong sense of community
  • Opportunity to lead impactful municipal infrastructure projects
  • Flexible work environment and strong work-life balance

Position Overview

The Municipal Project Manager will lead a variety of infrastructure projects while working closely with municipalities, clients, and internal project teams. This role is ideal for a proven engineering professional who enjoys leadership, client interaction, and delivering successful projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple municipal infrastructure projects from planning through completion
  • Oversee project budgets, schedules, and construction activities
  • Lead and mentor project teams
  • Maintain strong client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor
  • Support business development, proposals, and client growth initiatives
  • Collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • 8+ years of civil engineering design and construction experience
  • Municipal infrastructure experience preferred
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Generous PTO program
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance program
  • Continuing education opportunities
  • Professional licensing and certification support
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Casual and collaborative work environment

This is a confidential search for a top-tier engineering professional seeking an opportunity with a firm that invests in its employees and provides the resources, culture, and leadership needed to succeed.

To learn more about this exclusive opportunity, contact:

David Meyer

Civil Engineering Recruiter

GPAC | Growing People and Companies

david.meyer@gogpac.com

(605) 610-4543 (M)

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.

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