PROJECT ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER V)

State of Illinois•Ottawa, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for the supervision of staff engaged in the preparation of contract plans and specifications for transportation infrastructure improvements and the quality assurance of such plans and specifications.Essential Functions Ensures accomplishment of the district’s annual program by developing schedules and setting priorities for all projects within the section to facilitate compliance with both the annual and multi-year programs. Reviews and determines the completeness, conformance to policies and the overall design engineering of transportation infrastructure improvement plans prepared by staff and consultants. Coordinates activities of staff with other district Program Development Sections and other district bureaus to ensure timely completion of projects. Informs the Studies and Plans Engineer on status of projects. Negotiates agreements with consultants and monitors progress and quality of work. Supervises, trains, and motivates staff. Makes public presentations, attends meetings with squads and individuals to provide information, and answers questions regarding specific design projects. Performs duties in accordance with departmental safety policies. Performs all duties in a manner conducive to a fair and equitable treatment of all employees. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois.
Five years of experience in civil engineering.
Valid driver’s license.
Occasional districtwide travel.
Successful completion of a background screening.
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Nice To Haves

Ability to supervise the preparation of complete engineering plans and specifications.
Knowledge of the policies and procedures that govern the design of highway projects.
Ability to analyze and solve highway engineering problems.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Ensures accomplishment of the district’s annual program by developing schedules and setting priorities for all projects within the section to facilitate compliance with both the annual and multi-year programs.
Reviews and determines the completeness, conformance to policies and the overall design engineering of transportation infrastructure improvement plans prepared by staff and consultants.
Coordinates activities of staff with other district Program Development Sections and other district bureaus to ensure timely completion of projects. Informs the Studies and Plans Engineer on status of projects.
Negotiates agreements with consultants and monitors progress and quality of work.
Supervises, trains, and motivates staff.
Makes public presentations, attends meetings with squads and individuals to provide information, and answers questions regarding specific design projects.
Performs duties in accordance with departmental safety policies. Performs all duties in a manner conducive to a 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