PROJECT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER - (CIVIL ENGINEER V)
About The Position
This position is accountable for providing technical guidance, coordination, evaluation and approval of location, design, and environmental reports for local public agency (LPA) projects. The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Project Development Engineers. The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois. Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.
Requirements
- Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois OR Current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois.
- Five years of experience in civil engineering.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of modern methods and procedures of public works engineering.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to lead discussions with large groups.
- Ability to maintain harmonious relationships with employees, agency officials, and the public.
- Ability to plan, organize, and execute program development and policies.
Responsibilities
- Ensures that local policy agency (LPA) projects are developed, accomplished, and financed within legal and technical constraints.
- Recommends departmental concurrence in categorical exclusions and recommends Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) action on environmental assessments, environmental impact statements, and other National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) related environmental documents for local funding area projects.
- Recommends departmental approval of designs and location studies for local funding area projects.
- Represents the department at district coordination meetings to give guidance and direction to districts, LPAs, and consultants; and to exercise departmental approval on location and design studies, policy variances, and categorical exclusions for selected local projects.
- Guides and directs the districts and LPAs in developing projects which are safe, cost effective, environmentally sound, consistent with the transportation needs of the state, and in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Coordinates environmental surveys for local projects with the Bureau of Design and Environment (BDE).
- Provides liaison tasks between various agencies to expedite the approval of proposed LPA projects.
- Initiates and provides input into new and existing policies, procedures, and materials specifications.
- Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules.
- Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Monday-Friday work schedule
- Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling)
- Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Pension Plan
- 12 Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
- 12 paid Sick Days annually
- 10 paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to 25 paid Vacation Days 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
