Senior Project Engineer

Overview

Acclaim Collier Engineering is a fast‑growing infrastructure consulting firm delivering complex, high‑impact public transportation projects across the Chicago region. We are seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our team and help lead the delivery of major public infrastructure projects.

This is an opportunity for a hands‑on engineer who enjoys project ownership, real decision‑making authority, and direct access to leadership.

• Lead and support the delivery of large‑scale public transportation infrastructure projects from construction through completion
• Serve as a key point of contact for public agency clients
• Oversee schedules, coordination, field activities, and technical execution across multiple projects
• Collaborate closely with contractors, inspectors, utilities, and stakeholders
• Apply engineering judgment to resolve construction‑phase challenges and project risks
• Work directly with the CEO and senior leadership on project strategy and execution

Projects range from approximately $200M to $5B+ and may include roadway, bridge, transit, rail, and utility‑heavy infrastructure work.

• 5+ years of experience in civil / transportation / infrastructure project delivery
• Solid understanding of construction‑phase execution (not design‑only roles)
• Civil Engineering background with practical field or delivery exposure
• Experience working on public sector projects or utility‑intensive private work
• Ability to work onsite or from project offices as required by project needs

• PE license (strongly preferred, but not mandatory)
• Experience with agencies such as CDOT, CTA, IDOT, Illinois Tollway
• Background in construction management or field engineering
• Primarily weekdays: occasional weekends may be required based on construction schedules
• Local travel only (Chicago area projects; not out‑of‑state travel)
• Salary Range: $110,000 – $120,000 (hourly‑equivalent; paid hourly)
• Health Insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Long‑term stability backed by a strong and growing public‑sector project backlog

• Young, fast‑growing firm with top‑tier public clients
• Small, tight‑knit team where your impact is visible and valued
• Direct access to the CEO and real influence over how projects and the company grow
• Significant career runway for engineers who want to take on leadership over time