NORTHERN CONSTRUCTION QUALITY ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER VI)

State of Illinois; Schaumburg (IL); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid scheduling

Health insurance

Pension Plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking a Northern Construction Quality Engineer to oversee inspections, documentation, and quality control for freeway and bridge projects in Illinois. The role requires interpreting contract language, plan documents and testing results for state and federally funded work.

Candidates should have 6+ years in civil engineering and current licensure as a PE or Structural Engineer in Illinois.

Qualifications

• Current IL professional engineer or IL structural engineer license.
• Six years of civil engineering experience.
• Ability to interpret contract language and plans.

Responsibilities

• Conducts on-site inspections and compliance reviews for Highway Improvement Program.
• Compiles information for Investigative Summary Reports and presents findings.
• Develops and delivers presentations on engineering compliance, ethics and fraud awareness.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) - Illinois

Licensed Structural Engineer - Illinois

Job description

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NORTHERN CONSTRUCTION QUALITY ENGINEER (CIVIL ENGINEER VI)

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID:59252IPR#26-01787Opening Date: 10/22/2026Closing Date: 11/06/2026Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Civil Engineer VISalary:Anticipated Starting Salary: $7,517 Monthly; Full Range: $7,517-$11,692 MonthlyJob Type:SalariedCategory:Full TimeNumber of Vacancies: 1Bargaining Unit Code:NR916 Protech Teamsters

Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday-Friday
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Work Location:201 Center Ct, Schaumburg, Illinois, 60196

Work Office: Office of Finance & Administration/Bureau of Investigations & Compliance

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Why 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 implementing various programs to ensure that construction inspection, documentation, and the quality of materials are compliant with project requirements and departmentalpolicies and procedures, including the Independent Weight Check Program. This position requires the abilityto interpret contract language, plan documents, material designs and testing and other relevant documentsfor state and federally funded projects. These abilities must be utilized to resolve investigations of misconductreceived by the Bureau of Investigations and Compliance (BIC). This position is responsible for performing random compliance reviews on department contracts and vendor material sites/producers. Additionally, thisposition is responsible for developing and performing presentations regarding engineering compliance,waste, fraud and abuse of departmental policies and procedures. These presentations typically are given at annual Project Implementation meetings and other various seminars and training opportunities, including the Ethics & Fraud Session for New Employee Training.

Essential Functions

• Conducts on-site inspections and compliance reviews to ensure proper documentation andcompliance with applicable standards and departmental policies and procedures pertaining to the delivery of the Highway Improvement Program.
• Compiles information for Investigative Summary Reports to document adherence with applicablerules and regulations. Provides recommendations and submits the report to the Section Chief ofConstruction Compliance for processing.
• Provides the Section Chief with information and recommendations pertaining to the quality of the Department’s policies and procedures.
• Assists in the production of annual presentations to Project Implementation staff and presents theEthics & Fraud Session for New Employee Training.
• Conducts other assigned departmental reviews.
• Trains and evaluates staff.
• 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 OR currentregistration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois.
• Six years of experience in civil engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ten years of transportation construction and material inspection experience, six years of whichshould be responsible supervisory experience.
• Possession of the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) construction documentation trainingcertificate or equivalent construction documentation experience.
• Ability to effectively create and maintain spreadsheets, databases, and documents.
• Ability to keep sensitive information confidential.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid driver’s license.
• Considerable statewide travel with overnight stays.
• Successful completion of a background screening.
• 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.
• This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the IllinoisGovernmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain stateofficials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public.All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file theSupplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (SeeExecutive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the jobduties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Northern Construction Quality Engineer.

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:

• 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.

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.

This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.