BRIDGE DESIGN SECTION CHIEF (CIVIL ENGINEER VII)
About The Position
The Illinois Department of Transportation is hiring a Bridge Design Section Chief (Civil Engineer VII) in the Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, Bureau of Bridges and Structures. This position manages and directs the computer drafting, design, and preparation of departmental bridge and structure plans. It develops and disseminates policies, design procedures, and structural theories for selecting, proportioning, and detailing members and components used in highway bridges and structures. The role also develops specifications and special provisions for related materials and procedures, prepares cost and time estimates, evaluates new structure types, products, techniques, and materials, and resolves construction problems. The position directs departmental plan development and reviews of consultant- and local agency-prepared plans; establishes standards, specifications, and estimates; approves complex plans; and guides resolution of complex structural problems. It also develops and trains personnel, assigns and evaluates subordinate staff, and manages consultants. Work is based in Springfield, Illinois, with an anticipated hybrid schedule of 2 to 5 days per week in the office, depending on operational needs. Work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Occasional statewide and out-of-state travel, including overnight stays, is required.
Requirements
- Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois.
- Current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in the State of Illinois.
- Seven years of experience in civil engineering.
- Valid driver's license.
- Occasional statewide and out-of-state travel, including overnight stays.
- Successful completion of a background screening.
Nice To Haves
- Supervisory experience of engineering activities.
- Experience in structural design and plan development utilizing Illinois Department of Transportation details.
- Experience with structural construction submittals and specifications.
- Experience with policy development.
- Experience with shop drawings and steel fabrications.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Direct the preparation and development of departmental bridge and structure plans.
- Direct the review and approval of bridge and structure plans prepared by consultants and local agencies.
- Direct the preparation and development of bridge and structure standards, specifications, and cost and time estimates.
- Determine the applicability of new bridge and structure standards, materials, and designs.
- Develop and train personnel in bridge science and technology.
- Approve complex bridge and structure plans.
- Assign, motivate, develop, and evaluate subordinate personnel.
- Provide guidance and direct the resolution of complex structural problems.
- Manage consultants performing related work.
- Comply with departmental safety rules and perform duties in a manner conducive to fair and equitable treatment of employees.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Pension plan
- 12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave
- Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs, including medical and daycare
- 12 paid sick days annually
- 10 paid vacation days in the first year, with the opportunity to earn up to 25 annually
- 3 paid personal days annually
- 13–14 paid holidays annually, based on start date
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
- Flexible work schedules in several program areas, including flexible time and hybrid scheduling
- Training and career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
