Senior Project Manager – Civil Engineering

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world.

Our employees collaborate seamlessly across 50+ offices, gaining hands‑on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial, advancing innovative technical solutions, robust training, knowledge sharing, and progressive community impact.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News‑Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent. Employees thrive in an inclusive, supportive environment prioritizing wellbeing, health, safety, volunteerism, philanthropy, workplace flexibility, and carbon‑neutral offices.

Langan is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Civil Engineering to join its collaborative team in Chicago, IL. This individual will serve a key function in leading and supporting design, permitting, and client management/development efforts for a variety of land development projects. The role offers the opportunity to partner cross‑functionally with top industry leadership on a diverse array of premier land development projects.

• Design and permit residential, institutional, commercial centers, warehouse distribution centers, and mixed‑use projects for both public and private clients;
• Work closely with office leadership to develop growth plans and ensure staff utilization;
• Possess an entrepreneurial demeanor and participate in Business Development activities by developing new clients for the firm and maintaining relationships with existing clients;
• Lead site/civil efforts on a variety of project sites including the ability to design and oversee site layout, grading, drainage, infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, etc. from concept through completion;
• Lead storm water management design, hydrologic/hydraulic analysis and design and SWPPP preparation;
• Demonstrate experience in all aspects of land development engineering including the integration of geotechnical and environmental engineering;
• Perform other duties as requested.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering;
• 10+ years of successful, local and related site/civil engineering experience with a concentration in land development on both small and large projects;
• Professional Engineering license;
• Site/civil experience on a variety of project sites including the ability to design and oversee site layout, grading, drainage, infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, etc. from concept through completion;
• Strong client development and client management abilities;
• Proficiency of AutoCAD or Civil 3D preferred;
• Active participation in professional organizations;
• Experience in technical and proposal writing; strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment;
• Possess reliable transportation for client meetings, job site visits, and a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Langan offers a rich array of programs and benefits designed to advance careers and enhance quality of life. Our comprehensive compensation package includes company‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; short‑ and long‑term disability insurance; paid pregnancy disability leave; a 401(k)/Roth plan with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; educational reimbursement.

Additionally, we provide employee resource groups, flexible work schedules, extensive training, wellness programs, buddy and mentoring programs, and more.

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