Prequalification Engineer (Civil Engineer VI)

State of Illinois; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Illinois, through the Illinois Department of Transportation, seeks a Prequalification Engineer to oversee contractor prequalification, develop policies, and administer subcontractor databases.

The role also manages the Contractor Performance Evaluation System and ensures compliance with department policies and FHWA requirements, supporting the Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation.

Qualifications

• Six years of civil engineering experience.
• Ability to manage and supervise staff.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Requires valid driver's license and willingness to travel statewide.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contractor prequalification.
• Develop and implement prequalification policies.
• Administer subcontractor databases.
• Manage the Contractor Performance Evaluation System.
• Support the Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation.
• Ensure compliance with departmental policies and FHWA requirements.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Education

Licensed Professional Engineer (IL)

Job description

This Prequalification Engineer position in the Illinois Department of Transportation oversees contractor prequalification, develops and implements prequalification policies, administers subcontractor databases, and manages the Contractor Performance Evaluation System. The role supports the Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation and ensures compliance with departmental policies and Federal Highway Administration requirements.

Key qualifications:

• Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer or Licensed Structural Engineer in Illinois
• Six years of experience in civil engineering
• Ability to manage and supervise staff
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with contractors and the public
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Requires valid driver's license and willingness to travel statewide