Construction Engineer

Harrison Consulting Solutions • Peoria, IL

20h

About The Position

A Midwest multi-disciplined engineering firm is seeking a Construction Engineer for its Peoria team. The role involves observing construction work and testing on site, supporting civil engineering and municipal clients, managing projects, resolving construction issues, and coordinating with contractors and public stakeholders. The engineer will maintain project records, prepare payment estimates and change-order documentation, address resident concerns, and mentor junior staff. Salary is commensurate with experience. Applicants must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Construction Engineering from an accredited program.
• At least 8 years of IDOT construction or municipal work experience.
• Sufficient computer and smartphone skills for file access, use, effective operation, and communication.
• Ability to travel throughout the region using personal transportation.
• Ability to independently handle a variety of ongoing tasks and responsibilities.
• Must be authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site observation of work, repairs, and testing as needed.
• Recommend alterations to development or design to improve project quality.
• Prepare project scopes, fees, and Work Order documents for IDOT.
• Manage multiple small and large projects.
• Monitor progress schedules and shop drawings.
• Provide general civil engineering and municipal client service.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with residents, businesses, and public agency representatives.
• Resolve construction conflicts and prepare cost-effective solutions.
• Serve as liaison with the contractor, working principally through the contractor’s superintendent.
• Maintain job-site records, including daily reports, meeting minutes, approved shop drawing submittals, and pay requests.
• Manage the steps necessary to prepare change orders, including records of time, equipment, and material needs.
• Review and request adjustments to compensation and/or contract time.
• Prepare payment estimates.
• Address resident complaints and concerns.
• Coordinate with the contractor and perform other duties as needed or assigned.
• Mentor and train junior staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior