Senior Civil Engineer

Village of Carol Stream; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 107,897 - 130,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

IMRF pension

Professional development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

The Village of Carol Stream seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to join our Engineering Services team and lead municipal infrastructure projects, including development review, roadways, stormwater, and water distribution.

Reporting to the Village Engineer, you will plan, design, and oversee construction, review plans for compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations, manage budgets and grants, and supervise the Civil Engineer and Inspection staff. Position open until filled.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, with Masters level coursework preferred.
• Illinois Professional Engineers License. Certification as a Floodplain Manager (CFM) a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years municipal civil engineering experience or equivalent, with at least 1 year of supervisory experience.
• A valid Illinois Vehicle Operator’s License.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design and construction oversight of municipal infrastructure projects.
• Review development plans for compliance with Federal, State and local regulations; coordinate project stages.
• Prepare budgets, cost estimates and letting processes; oversee grants and acquisitions.
• Supervise Civil Engineer and Inspection staff and coordinate with other departments.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Masters coursework preferred

Job description

The Village of Carol Stream is dedicated to building safe, sustainable, and innovative infrastructure that enhances the quality of life for our community. We have an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated Professional Engineer with a passion for public service, to join our Engineering Services team in this commitment.

Serving under the direction of the Village Engineer, the Senior Civil Engineer will have the opportunity to shape critical municipal projects including new development, roadways, stormwater, water distribution and other infrastructure systems through the planning, scheduling, design and construction oversight of these various projects. This includes the preparation and professional review of development plans ensuring compliance with Federal, State and local regulations; coordination of detailed project stages; plan and specification preparation including oversight of budget allocations, cost estimates, and the letting process for purchases and services; and grant acquisitions. In addition, this role will oversee the work of the Civil Engineer and Inspection staff.

Qualified individuals must possess the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, with additional Masters level coursework preferred.
• A valid State of Illinois Professional Engineers License. Certification as a Floodplain Manager (CFM) a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years progressively responsible municipal civil engineering experience or equivalent, with at least one year of supervisory experience.
• A valid Illinois Vehicle Operator’s License.

We offer a competitive starting salary of $107,897 - $130,500, depending on qualifications; an excellent benefit package including health (80% employer paid), dental, and life insurance, as well as IMRF pension system; commitment to professional development; and a collaborative team environment.

As a key contributor to our engineering team, this is a unique opportunity to play a critical role in planning, designing and delivering essential infrastructure projects that directly impact the lives of our residents. Position is open until filled.

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