Construction Engineer II

AECO; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 74,500 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Engineer II at AECOM Transportation in Chicago, IL, on-site. Responsibilities include routine duties under supervision, applying engineering techniques to meet specs, and performing walk-downs and inspections to ensure conformance.

The role also covers quantity surveys and potential technical direction to team members. Minimum qualifications include a BA/BS with 2+ years of relevant experience; preferred is 4 years in transportation construction, with a field engineering background

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency.
• Preferred: 4 years of construction experience in the transportation sector.
• Field engineering background - DWM experience.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, performs routine duties.
• Applies standard engineering techniques to meet basic specifications.
• Independently performs walk-downs and inspections of installed commodities to assure conformance with specifications and design.
• Performs quantity surveys for tracking and reporting.
• May provide technical direction to drafters, technicians, and surveyors.

Skills

Walk-downs

Inspections

Quantity surveys

Field engineering

DWM experience

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Primary Location: US - Chicago, IL - 130 East Randolph
• Compensation: USD 74,500 - USD 120,000 - yearly

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOMis seeking a candidate for the position ofConstruction Engineer IIin the Transportation Department in Chicago, IL.

• Under general supervision, performs routine duties.
• Displays knowledge and abilities to evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to meet basic engineering and construction specifications.
• Displays applications of sound professional judgment on details of work.
• Independently performs walk-downs and inspections of installed commodities to assure conformance with specifications and design.
• Performs quantity surveys for tracking and reporting.
• May provide technical direction to drafters, technicians, and surveyors.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA/BS plus + 2Years of relevant experienceor demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4 years of construction experience within the transportation sector.
• Field engineering background - DWM experience

Additional Information

• Sponsorship if not available for this role.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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