Project Engineer Highway Construction Manager

Northern Impact•Chicago, WI

About The Position

Overview National Award-Winning Engineering Firm is seeking a highly motivated a Construction Manager professional with experience in Highway Construction principles.Their family of engineers is growing, and they would love the chance to see if you fit in with the culture they have built. They believe that any person with enough self-motivation can achieve anything, and that everyone deserves the chance to prove themselves. Every new employee brings with them unique talents and perspectives. The company has developed a mentor-mentee culture that allows them to share their experiences with one another, and in return, they can all grow personally and professionally. Where you have shortcomings, others in the company may have strengths. Keep that in mind as you read through our preferred additional qualifications below. We see value in anything you can bring to the table; even if it’s something other than what we have listed here.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
DOT Construction Management experience
3+ years of progressive experience in construction inspection and construction layout staking
One or m of DOT construction material certification in: Aggregate Production, Bituminous Plant, Bituminous Street, Bridge Construction, Concrete Field, Concrete Plant, Concrete Strength, Gra,ding and Base
Familiarity with state Department of Transportation standards
Good decision-making skills, flexibility, focus on quality, and attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
Experience with Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word and Power Point)
CADD (MicroStation preferred)
U.S. Residency

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of topographic and construction surveying
Design experience
Have a solid understanding of DOT’s consulting expectations and needs
Experience in roadway design using GEOPAK and MicroStation

Responsibilities

Highly motivated, qualified, and client service-orientated Project Engineer specializing in roadway/highway construction management
Construction schedule monitoring
Project budget monitoring
Field supervision of trained technicians
Translate and implement project plans and special provisions
Evaluate and document construction operations
Sample, test and provide acceptance for materials used on projects according to standards and special criteria
Complete required project documentation including progress payments and contract changes to achieve final project acceptance
Ensure quality control activities are performed for all assigned work and back check work of others
Interact and communicate effectively with design team members, clients, and other agencies