Engineer I - Construction & Survey

Gewalt Hamilton Associates; Vernon Hills (IL); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance

Education assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

Gewalt Hamilton Associates (GHA) seeks an Engineer I to join our Vernon Hills, IL construction and survey team. This exempt, salaried role offers a hybrid work environment and opportunities to support design, plans, and cost estimates.

You will perform construction observation and inspection, read plans, and coordinate with project managers and clients while growing your engineering career with a respected, employee-owned firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in an engineering technical field.
• 0-5 years of construction management or related experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Planner, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret and comprehend engineering plans and contract specifications.
• Perform engineering and related duties associated with construction inspection and layout to ensure compliance with the Contract Documents.
• Perform construction contract administration and documentation.
• Communicate with GHA Project Manager(s) and clients on a continuous basis.
• Assist engineering staff in the preparation and production of engineering designs, plans, contract specifications, and construction project cost estimates.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Organization

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s or associate degree in engineering technical field

Tools

Planner

Teams

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Main Headquarters - Vernon Hills, IL 60061

Salary Range: $70,720.00 - $76,960.00 Salary/year

An exciting opportunity is available to join Gewalt Hamilton Associates (GHA), an employee-owned, multi-faceted civil engineering and land surveying company that has built a reputation of civil engineering with a personal approach. We are seeking a Engineer I to join our growing Construction and Survey team in Vernon Hills, IL.

How you will make an impact:

The Engineer I will report to the Division Director and perform construction observation, construction inspection, and assist engineering staff with preparation of designs, plans, and specifications. We seek coachable and motivated individuals who demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills and who can manage a variety of public and private market clients. This role is an exempt, salaried position. We offer a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Read, interpret and comprehend engineering plans and contract specifications.
• Perform engineering and related duties associated with construction inspection and layout to ensure compliance with the Contract Documents.
• Perform construction contract administration and documentation.
• Communicate with GHA Project Manager(s) and clients on a continuous basis.
• Assist engineering staff in the preparation and production of engineering designs, plans, contract specifications, and construction project cost estimates.

Why GHA?

Join our dynamic team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional growth. We offer generous Paid Time Off (PTO), seven paid holidays, and additional floating holidays. New parents can take advantage of our Parental Leave, while our Educational Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement programs empower you to continue your education and advance your career. Our health and well-being are our priority, which is why we provide robust health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with FSA and HSA spending accounts. Secure your future with our 401k Profit Sharing, Bonus Programs, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). For added peace of mind, we offer Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability coverage, and Legal insurance. With our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more, we are committed to supporting you every step of the way. Join us and be a part of a team that values and invests in you!

Qualifications

What you will bring to Gewalt Hamilton Associates, Inc

Education:

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in an engineering technical field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 0-5 years of construction management or related experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Clearly and concisely communicate both orally and in writing.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Planner, Teams).

ADA SPECIFICATIONS

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be honored to enable individuals with different abilities to perform the essential functions.

• May require occasional bending and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• May require periodic travel up to 30%.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:

GHA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.