Senior Civil Project Engineer – Hybrid

State of Illinois; Ottawa (IL); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules (hybrid)

Health, Life, Vision, Dental Insurance

Pension Plan

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

State of Illinois is hiring a Civil Engineer V in Ottawa, Illinois, with a hybrid work schedule (1–5 days in office). The role oversees staff preparing contract plans for transportation improvements and ensures design quality and policy compliance.

Minimum qualifications include a professional engineer license in Illinois and five years of civil engineering experience. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package through IDOT.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois OR Licensed Structural Engineer in Illinois.
• Five years of experience in civil engineering.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff in preparation of contract plans and specifications.
• Review design plans for conformance to policies and quality.
• Coordinate with other district sections to ensure timely project completion.
• Negotiate with consultants and monitor progress and quality.
• Present information at meetings and to stakeholders.

Skills

Licensed Professional Engineer (IL)

Civil engineering

Supervising staff

Communication skills

Job description

State of Illinois is hiring a Civil Engineer V in Ottawa, Illinois, with a hybrid work schedule (1–5 days in office). The role oversees staff preparing contract plans for transportation improvements and ensures design quality and policy compliance.

Minimum qualifications include a professional engineer license in Illinois and five years of civil engineering experience. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package through IDOT.