Construction Engineer Technician

Crawford Murphy & Tilly Inc • Springfield, IL

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) is seeking a Construction Engineer Technician to join the Surface Transportation team in Springfield, IL or Peoria, IL. This is not a remote position. CMT is a fast-growing firm with 500+ employees across 25 offices in 10 states, serving clients through four primary business groups: Aviation, Surface Transportation, Water Resources, and Building & Site Services. As a Construction Engineer Technician, you will play a key role in the design and construction of transportation infrastructure projects. The selected candidate will have demonstrated leadership qualities, the ability to work as a team member or independently, and the desire to learn new skills and areas of expertise. CMT's mission is to provide superior infrastructure solutions, responsive to clients’ needs and expectations, while fostering growth and development for employees. Their dedicated team of engineers, planners, scientists, and consultants work together with clients and their communities to plan, advance, deliver, and manage civil infrastructure. CMT is looking for individuals who come with varied perspectives, backgrounds and worldviews.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 2 years minimum equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
• Possess general knowledge and understanding of the construction of transportation and civil infrastructure projects including the ability to clarify and interpret construction documents
• The ability to complete the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Quality Management Training classes for HMA, PCC, and aggregates.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and CADD software for use in civil design projects
• Strong ability to manage personnel and delegate tasks
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage time and work on multiple projects
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Must be willing to accept out of town travel assignments and work overtime to meet construction project demands
• Must have valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
• Must be willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship
• Successful completion of a security background check which requires employment history, verification and criminal history records checks (if applicable) of individuals applying for security badges
• Demonstrated responsiveness, professionalism, and teamwork

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree or two-year technical degree in Engineering Technology or related field
• 3 - 5 years of experience in construction, engineering, or related technical support roles
• Experience supporting large-scale or complex construction projects
• Prior work in both field and office environments

Responsibilities

• Perform, support, and lead on-site construction phase services including onsite project observation and documentation services which may include supervising and directing junior staff in support of project managers
• Serve as the engineer’s on-site liaison with the contractor and client and assist the client when required for proper execution of the work
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute required construction documentation including daily reports, pay estimates, change orders, shop drawings, material submittals, progress schedules, project correspondence, testing results, and record drawings in accordance with client requirements and company procedures
• Perform secondary assignments which may include assistance with planning and design of civil & transportation projects including CADD drafting, surveying, materials testing, or other duties as assigned
• Communicate, understand, and implement the construction documents (plans & specifications) including horizontal and vertical layout, site development, grading, drainage, asphalt & concrete paving, pavement marking, signage, erosion control, coordination with utilities, quantity takeoff, cost estimates, and construction scheduling

Benefits

• CMT offers a generous benefits program, focused on four pillars: Health & Wellness, Work + Life Balance, Financial Heath & Retirement, and Career Development. To learn more about the CMT benefit programs, review the information on our website, Careers - CMT Infrastructure Professionals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees