COST ESTIMATES ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER IV)

State of Illinois•Peoria, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for providing preliminary and final design cost estimates for all District 4 highway and bridge improvement projects. This position analyzes and approves or rejects agreed unit price requests for construction contracts after award of the contracts.The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Cost Estimates Engineer. 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. The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:

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.
Four years of experience in civil engineering.
Valid driver’s license.
Occasional districtwide travel.
Successful completion of a background screening.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the policies and procedures that govern the design of highway projects and experience preparing plans and specifications for road and bridge projects.
Thorough knowledge of construction techniques of highways improvements in order to properly prepare project cost estimates.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and computer skills.
Strong organizational and self-management skills.

Responsibilities

Provides preliminary cost estimates and cost estimating expertise to all district bureaus that require a cost foundation to establish their programs.
Provides final cost estimates on all Program Development, Operations, and Local Roads projects which are used to determine whether to accept or reject contractors' bids.
Provides review and approval/rejection of agreed unit price requests received from contractors for highway construction contracts.
Provides engineering methodology and cost factors to various squad leaders to determine cost effective designs for the various components of the project.
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