ENGINEER OF PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT - (CIVIL ENGINEER VI)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for assessing the performance of the department’s pavement design, construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, preservation policies, and procedures utilizing the department’s pavement management system. This position is responsible for planning and supervising in-house research studies related to pavement design, construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, and preservation. In addition, this position is accountable for providing pavement design, construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, preservation strategy support to districts and bureaus for unique pavement performance problems. This position is responsible for developing and implementing statewide policies, procedures, and specifications to ensure that Illinois employs cost-effective, efficient state-of-the-art pavement design, construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, and preservation technologies. Essential Function Directs and administers the activities of the Pavement Management Unit. Oversees the performance history assessment of departmental pavement design, construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, and preservation strategies using the pavement management system. Plans and supervises in-house research studies related to pavement design, construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, and preservation procedures. Coordinates responses to district and central bureau requests for assistance with unique pavement design and performance problems. Incorporates cost-effective changes to departmental policies resulting from positive research findings in a timely manner. Ensures the successful deployment and usage of research policies, practices, and specifications statewide. Trains, motivates, and evaluates subordinate personnel to ensure their effectiveness. 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.

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.
Six years of experience in civil engineering.
Requires a valid driver’s license.
Requires successful completion of a background screening.
Requires frequent statewide travel and limited out-of-state travel with overnight stays.

Nice To Haves

Ability to initiate, coordinate, and direct engineering research and planning activities of a complex nature.
Knowledge of pavement design and performance data analysis.
Ability to promote, establish, and maintain harmonious relationships with both technical and professional staff and the public.
Ability to develop policies, specifications, and standards.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Directs and administers the activities of the Pavement Management Unit.
Oversees the performance history assessment of departmental pavement design, construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, and preservation strategies using the pavement management system.
Plans and supervises in-house research studies related to pavement design, construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, and preservation procedures.
Coordinates responses to district and central bureau requests for assistance with unique pavement design and performance problems.
Incorporates cost-effective changes to departmental policies resulting from positive research findings in a timely manner.
Ensures the successful deployment and usage of research policies, practices, and specifications statewide.
Trains, motivates, and evaluates subordinate personnel to ensure their effectiveness.
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)
Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually
New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually
(13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources