POLICY STANDARDS & FINAL PLANS CONTROL UNIT CHIEF (CIVIL ENGINEER VI)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Pension Plan

Paid Sick Days

Paid Vacation Days

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

State of Illinois, Department of Transportation, in Springfield, seeks a Civil Engineer VI to lead structural policy development and the maintenance of standards for bridges and related infrastructure.

You will oversee cost/time estimations, update manuals, and coordinate with FHWA and IDOT districts. The role requires licensure in Illinois and at least six years of civil engineering experience.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in civil engineering.
• Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois or current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Directs the research and development of structural policies, standards, and special provisions.
• Develops and maintains construction cost and time estimates of structures for utilization by FHWA and the IDOT.
• Directs the development of special provisions for new products, materials and design and construction techniques.
• Maintains and updates the Bridge Manual, Culvert Manual, and Seismic Manual.
• Leads training and motivation of staff within the Bridge Design Section and related bureaus.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Education

Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois

Job description

Position Title: Civil Engineer VI

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $7,517 Monthly; Full Range: $7,517 - $11,692 Monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

Work Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday

Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs

Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, Illinois, 62764

Work County: Sangamon

Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation / Bureau of Bridges and Structures

Agency Contact: [e-mail]

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

Position Overview

This position is accountable for development, maintenance, and uniform utilization of structure design and detailing policy, standards, and special provisions. Structure policy is published by the department in documents such as the Bridge Manual, Culvert Manual, All Bridge Design Memoranda, Guide Bridge Special Provisions, and associated details and base sheets. Structure policy uniformity is verified by the department. This position is also responsible for directing the preparation of the cost and time estimates for new bridge designs, products, and construction methods. The incumbent evaluates and recommends the use of new design and construction techniques, products, and materials.

Essential Functions

• Directs the research and development of structural policies, standards, and special provisions.
• Develops and maintains construction cost and time estimates of structures for utilization by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), central Bureau of Design and Environment, and districts.
• Monitors and implements necessary revisions to all final structure project assemblies in liaison with the Project Coordination and Implementation Section of the central Bureau of Design and Environment.
• Directs the development of special provisions for new products, materials and design, and construction techniques for use on structures.
• Directs the maintenance and update of the Bridge Manual, Culvert Manual, and Seismic Manual.
• Manages the staff responsible for the preparation of bridge and structure standards to ensure structural adequacy and completeness which include special structures for highway appurtenances, precast culverts, sound walls, and precast prestressed concrete beams.
• Directs, trains, and motivates subordinates and other technical personnel within the Bridge Design Section, Bureau of Bridges and Structures (BBS), other Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) bureaus, and districts to ensure well-developed and competent 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 current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois.
• Six years of experience in civil engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory experience.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Requires occasional statewide travel with overnight stays.
• Requires successful completion of a background check.
• 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.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About The Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Policy, Standards, and Final Plans Control Unit Chief.

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.

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.

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.