LOCAL ROADS AND STREETS FIELD ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER V)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for approving local agency proposals for expenditures of Motor Fuel Tax (MFT), Township Bridge Program (TBP), federal and other special funds. Reviews and approves various stages of a project including, but not limited to maintenance programs, Project Development Reports, final Plans, Specifications and Estimates (PS&E), final inspections, change orders and final pay estimates to ensure compliance with federal and state guidelines. Assists local agencies in technical questions concerning proper maintenance and construction of roadways and bridges.

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.
Five years of experience in civil engineering.
Requires a valid driver’s license.
Requires successful completion of a background screening.
Requires districtwide travel with occasional overnight stays.
Requires night work as needed.
Requires overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.
Ability to direct the work of local agencies and ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines.
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with department staff and local agencies.

Responsibilities

Recommends approval of local agencies’ proposals for expenditure of Motor Fuel Tax (MFT), Township Bridge Program (TBP), federal and other special funds.
Recommends approval of Plans, Specifications and Estimates (PS&E) for local agency construction projects involving MFT, TBP, federal and other special funds.
Serves as primary agent to carry out state transportation responsibilities with local agencies.
Assures proper control and expenditure of MFT, TBP, federal and other special funds.
Maintains technical and professional competency in highway functional areas from project inception to close out.
Assures local agency compliance with state and federal guidelines.
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

Higher Education Student Loan Repayment Assistance for Engineers Pilot Program ($15,000 annually after-tax bonus for up to 4 years for up to 50 engineers)
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)
12 paid Sick Days annually
10 paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to 25 paid Vacation Days annually
3 paid Personal Days annually
13-14 paid holidays annually (based on start date)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources