Senior Construction Engineer – IDOT & Municipal Projects

Jobtailor; Peoria Heights (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Peoria Heights, IL seeks an experienced civil/municipal project manager to represent IDOT and clients in the delivery of wastewater, water, and transportation projects. You will observe field work, recommend design improvements, and lead project teams to successful outcomes.

The role requires strong communication, detailed reporting, and the ability to coordinate with contractors and residents. Travel across Baxter & Woodman’s service area will be necessary.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Civil/Construction Engineering from an accredited program.
• 10+ years’ experience in IDOT construction or municipal work.
• Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s service area with own transportation.
• PE License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent IDOT and municipal clients in managing and observing wastewater, water, transportation, and infrastructure construction, start-up, and operation.
• Conduct on-site observation of work, repairs, and testing.
• Recommend alterations to development and design to improve project quality.
• Manage and mentor assigned staff on project skills and job expectations.
• Prepare project scope, fees, and Work Order documents to IDOT.
• Manage multiple small and large projects.
• Monitor progress schedules and shop drawings.
• Provide general civil engineering and municipal client service.
• Communicate with residents, businesses, and public agency representatives.
• Resolve construction conflicts and prepare cost-effective solutions.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Client Communication

Team Collaboration

Mentoring

Construction Observation

Education

B.S. Civil/Construction Engineering

PE License preferred

Tools

File Access Software

Smartphone Applications

Job description

Jobtailor in Peoria Heights, IL seeks an experienced civil/municipal project manager to represent IDOT and clients in the delivery of wastewater, water, and transportation projects. You will observe field work, recommend design improvements, and lead project teams to successful outcomes.

The role requires strong communication, detailed reporting, and the ability to coordinate with contractors and residents. Travel across Baxter & Woodman’s service area will be necessary.