HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT PROJECT ENGINEER

Bloom Companies, LLC; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bloom Companies, LLC is seeking a dedicated Project Engineer in Dixon, IL, specializing in roadway and highway construction management. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience in construction inspection. This position offers a salary range of $75,000 to $85,000 annually.

Responsibilities include monitoring construction schedules and budgets, ensuring quality control, and effective communication with clients and team members. Candidates should also be familiar with Illinois DOT standards and possess strong decision-making skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive experience in construction inspection.
• IDOT or Illinois Tollway Construction Management experience.
• Familiarity with Illinois DOT standards.

Responsibilities

• Specializing in roadway/highway construction management.
• Monitor construction schedules and budgets.
• Evaluate and document construction operations.

Skills

Project management

Roadway/highway construction

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CADD (MicroStation preferred)

DOT construction material certifications

Job description

Location

Dixon, IL

Job Summary

Bloom is seeking a Project Engineer with experience in Highway Construction principles. Pay Range: $75,000 – $85,000 annually.

Responsibilities

• Highly motivated, qualified and client service orientated Project Engineer specializing in roadway/highway construction management
• Construction schedule monitoring
• Project budget monitoring
• Understand and implement project plans and special provisions
• Evaluate and document construction operations
• 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 team members, clients and other agencies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• IDOT or Illinois Tollway Construction Management experience
• 3+ years of progressive experience in construction inspection
• One or more of DOT construction material certifications in: IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities; Mixture Aggregate Technician Course; Hot-Mix Asphalt Level I or II Technician Course; Portland Cement Concrete Level I or II Technician Course; OSHA 10-Hour Construction Trades Training; IDOT Erosion and Sediment Control Workshop Module 1,2, and/or 3; Grading and Base
• Familiarity with Illinois 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)
• Preferred Additional Experience (Not Required): Experience in roadway design using GEOPAK and MicroStation
• Preferred Additional Experience (Not Required): Knowledge of topographic and construction surveying
• Preferred Additional Experience (Not Required): Have a solid understand of IDOT’s consulting expectations and needs
• Preferred Additional Experience (Not Required): Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) license
• Preferred Additional Experience (Not Required): Professional Engineering (PE) license

EEO Statement

Bloom Companies is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer.