Position Description
Job Requisition ID: 44421 Closing Date/Time: 02/11/2025
Agency: Department of Transportation
Class Title: CIVIL ENGINEER VIII - PW118
Salary: $12,000 - $13,000 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: Non-Union/At Will
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earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your
application. Please note that the Department of Transportation must verify proof of higher education for
any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the
position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.
*This position is covered by the Revolving Door Prohibition Policy.Posting Identification Number REQ#47868 - IPR#44421Why Work for Illinois?Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger-something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule-flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview:This position is accountable for directing the development of construction policies to ensure uniform construction practices, interpretations, and applications leading to an effective, efficient, and economical statewide construction program. This position is responsible for the settling of contractor claims for additional compensation and ensuring effective management of the prequalification of contractors, pay estimates, and contract change authorizations.
Essential Functions - Ensures effective and efficient management of construction programs.
- Ensures quality construction with consideration to specifications and policies to meet public transportation needs and state and federal requirements.
- Ensures timely settling of contractor claims for additional reimbursement.
- Ensures that contract additions and specification changes on work under contract are proper both legally and technically.
- Ensures equal and fair handling of a contractor's prequalification to ensure proper competition at lettings.
- Ensures uniform interpretation and application of construction specifications and policies.
- Provides executive management with information and recommendations to contribute to the resolution of operating construction problems.
- Coordinates bureau activities with other department offices and agencies to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness of highway construction efforts.
- Ensures proper and effective utilization of manpower through training, motivation, and evaluation of employees.
- Recommends improvements to specifications to ensure quality construction.
- 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.
Minimum Qualifications - Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois.
- Twelve years of experience in civil engineering including seven years supervising staff and managing engineering functions.
Preferred Qualifications - Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering with specialized knowledge in highway engineering improvements.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the laws and department policies controlling the activities administered.
- Ability to initiate, coordinate, and direct a large-scale engineering program or research and planning activities of a diverse technical nature.
- Strong oral and/or written communication skills.
Conditions of Employment - The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
- Requires a valid driver's license.
- Occasional travel which may require overnight stays.
- Successful completion of a background screening.
About the Agency: The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire an Engineer of Construction.
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:
- 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
We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.
Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday
Work Location: Springfield - 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy
Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation/Bureau of Construction
Agency Contact: [email protected]Posting Group: Transportation; Leadership & Management; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
Revolving Door:
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.
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