Civil Engineer III

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd.•Chicago, IL

109d•Onsite

About The Position

Bowman is hiring a Civil Engineer III for its Chicago, Illinois team. The role executes complex technical transportation engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria for transportation and infrastructure projects. It contributes to sustainable transportation solutions that support livable communities by reducing congestion, encouraging multiple modes of transportation, supporting land development, and improving safety for all users. The engineer leads technical work on a variety of transportation projects under a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager, developing roadway designs, plans, reports, specifications, estimates, permits, and related project materials. The position includes field reviews and data collection, public and client engagement, permitting and regulatory compliance, grant and proposal preparation, quality control, project coordination, and mentoring or oversight of junior staff. The role works with internal disciplines, clients, agencies, and project teams, and may lead colleagues in equivalent roles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
At least five years of professional engineering experience emphasizing transportation engineering or a related field.
EIT registration, or alternatively, at least six years of successful transportation engineering experience.
Experience preparing construction plans and/or studies for roadway or traffic projects.
Experience directing tasks and performing QA/QC.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Previous experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design.
Experience with urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, concept alignments, geometrical layout, and base alignment plan development.
Proficient knowledge of BlueBeam.
Proficient knowledge of Bentley Open Roads Designer and/or AutoCAD and Civil 3D, or other engineering design software.
Knowledge of DOT, permitting agency, and industry design, permitting, and construction standards, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of Federal and State ADA standards and guidelines.
Knowledge of construction practices.
Ability to work with minimum supervision and efficiently perform technical design tasks, including engineering plans, calculations, reports, permit applications, specifications, and engineering estimates.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple time-sensitive projects, and communicate effectively with organizational levels and external partners.
Strong organizational, communication, presentation, writing, graphic, public-speaking, technical-writing, data-analysis, and interpretation skills.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
High degree of discretion and ability to manage confidential information.
Motivated, solution-oriented approach, strong work ethic, and sense of urgency in responding to work and project needs.
Commitment to quality, company reputation, profitability, growth, and professional development.
Desire and aptitude to learn and apply new concepts and contribute to the broader organization.
Effective working relationships with internal leaders and peers and external clients.
Active participation in a professional society or organization.

Nice To Haves

Coursework in transportation engineering and/or highway design.
Professional Engineer (PE) registration or ability to obtain it within six months.
Valid state driver’s license and ability to pass a motor vehicle check, or a reliable means of transportation to and from the office and/or project site.
Experience with AutoTurn and GuideSIGN.

Responsibilities

Develop detailed roadway designs with the project team.
Evaluate complex engineering problems and develop successful solutions.
Execute technical assignments and lead phases of transportation projects under a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager; interact with clients as needed.
Prepare maps and graphics for public and client meetings; analyze data; conduct field reviews and data collection; research trends and best practices; contribute to stakeholder and public engagement; develop solutions; and present recommendations.
Prepare engineering plans and reports in accordance with project requirements, design criteria, and specifications.
Integrate environmental considerations into roadway design, including stormwater management, drainage design, and environmental resources.
Identify and obtain permits and approvals for roadway projects and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Lead preparation of grant applications and related services for funding programs.
Draft transmittals, memos, meeting minutes, letters, proposals, and other project communications.
Prepare reports, plans, specifications, construction schedules, cost estimates, permits, and designs.
Coordinate and conduct field visits and ensure appropriate data collection and field observations.
Direct project tasks and monitor progress for technical accuracy and adherence to schedule and budget.
Oversee the work of designers and EITs.
Prepare internal and external technical presentations.
Conduct technical quality control across assigned projects and assist in QA/QC review of other staff’s technical work.
Lead preparation of proposals for multiple clients.
Lead client and outside-agency communications and attend project and public meetings.
Develop and maintain accurate, organized project files.
Develop procedures, materials, and tools to facilitate others’ work.
Follow firm goals, SOPs, and QA/QC procedures.
Assist with and mentor junior staff.
Work closely with senior team members on transportation engineering and planning work.
Assist with marketing the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and strengthen relationships.
Coordinate with other disciplines and internal services, groups, and offices.
Review staff work for quality assurance and potentially serve as a technical lead/resource, providing guidance, mentorship, and delegation.