Senior Civil Engineer

WSP•Chicago, IL

7h•Onsite

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Civil Engineer for our Chicago Department of Transportation-Client office. Be involved in projects with our Transportation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges. Help us design the future. Join a collaborative team of experts who thrive on challenges and unconventional thinking. We’re passionate about doing purposeful, sustainable projects that help shape our communities into the future. At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to join our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach-and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or related degree.
4+ years of professional experience post-graduation. (or equivalent working knowledge/experience)
Good technical writing, analytical, and communication skills.
Detail-oriented with an emphasis on quality work products.
The selected candidate must have the ability to work in the City of Chicago immediately.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on CDOT projects
Professional Engineer (PE) License exam passed for the state of Illinois or ability to obtain in 6 months.
Experience with technical reviews

Responsibilities

Assist and support our client in managing CDOT Livable Streets design projects.
Provide technical support in various stages of the project, including preliminary design, final design, and contract documentation, including cost estimates and specifications.
Discuss and propose solutions to technical issues during design & construction.
Coordinate/Manage other design consultants.
Develop memorandums and other written technical documents.
Assist/review plans, specifications, and bid packages.
Support projects by attending meetings and interacting with agency officials, project stakeholders and contractors.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.