Senior Engineer

Village of Orland Park; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Village of Orland Park is seeking a Senior Engineer to conduct engineering plan reviews for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments and implement transportation, storm water, and development plans in accordance with village codes and standards.

You will coordinate with county, state, and local agencies, manage capital improvement projects, prepare RFQs/RFPs/ITBs, review technical documents, and present staff reports to the Board of Trustees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (ABET)
• PE license in Illinois required
• 3–5 years of progressively responsible engineering experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with county, state and local agencies on timely review and approval of development projects.
• Manage capital improvement projects and tracking of bonds or letters of credit.
• Prepare RFQs, RFPs and ITBs for transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Review engineering reports, plans and drawings; provide written responses and updates.
• Present staff reports to the Committee of the Whole and Board of Trustees; assist in grant opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

Professional Engineer (PE) License - Illinois

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Opportunity at a Glance

The Village of Orland Park, a progressive community of approximately 60,000 residents, is a regional destination in the south suburbs and ranks #5 in total retail sales out of all the Chicagoland Communities (excluding Chicago). A nucleus for prominent dining, entertainment, and social scenes, this distinguished community boasts a unique blend of historic neighborhoods, upscale residences, and ever broadening businesses, amidst more than 700 acres of beautifully manicured parks and open lands. In addition, Orland Park has received a number of accolades including ranked as one of the Best Places to Live by Chicago Magazine (2013 & 2022) and Safest City in Illinois by Safety.com (2021). The Engineering Department seeks a Senior Engineer to conduct engineering plan reviews to include residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, and implement engineering, transportation, storm water, and development plans in accordance with industry’s best and acceptable practices, as well as the Village codes and standards.

Key Responsibilities

This highly responsible position will provide insight and skill that will continually enhance our community. Responsibilities include the coordination and communication among various county, state and local governmental entities (e.g., MWRD, IDOT, Cook County), permitting agencies, engineering consultants, contractors, and internal staff and Village departments, on the timely review, approval and completion of new, improvement, and/or re-development projects; tracking and monitoring project bonds or letters of credit as related to development projects; scheduling, coordinating and facilitating pre-construction meetings for engineering, transportation, storm water, and development or capital improvement projects; manages capital improvement projects; proactively identifies and applies for grant opportunities; evaluates cost estimates and proposals; prepares ‘Request for Qualifications’ (RFQ) and ‘Request for Proposals’ (RFP) and Invitation for Bid (ITB) documents for various types of transportation and infrastructure projects; reviewing engineering reports, letters, plans, sketches, and potential engineering solutions prepared by consultants and developers and prepare appropriate written responses in advance; reviewing and discussing work progress and scheduling with contractors, consultants and team members and make adjustments as needed; and inspecting various projects in the field to ensure design and engineering compliances. Identify issues or problems associated with various projects/plans and provide clear and concise direction on how to resolve. Additional duties include assisting residents by responding to their questions and resolving complaints via emails, phone calls, and/or in-person meetings; applying and/or coming up with cost saving techniques/ideas wherever possible and/or appropriate; and reviewing EOPC’s submitted by developers for thoroughness and accuracy; developing and maintaining both design and construction schedules and Engineer’s Opinion of Probable Cost (EOPC) documents for various infrastructure projects; and ensuring projects are completed on-time and within budget. This important role will also collaborate with various internal departments and exterior agencies on the development of future improvement projects; assist in providing recommendations to Department Directors, the Village Manager and the Village Board relating to transportation and infrastructure issues; advise on the need for plans, studies, and policies, retainage of consultants; coordinate the work of consultants, as assigned or as may be required; prepare and deliver verbal, written, and graphic presentations, as well as staff reports for the Committee of the Whole and Board of Trustees meetings; and attend staff, Committee, Board and other public meetings as necessary; attend seminars, workshops, and conferences, in order to maintain professional skills. The Senior Engineer will also provide assistance to the Engineering Department Director in the management of projects, proposals, cost estimates, selection of consultants/contractors, as well as other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

The ideal candidate is a current leader in the engineering field and a confident, proactive, and collaborative professional. This individual will have 3-5 years of progressively responsible, related experience, in addition to a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering, transportation, water, storm water management and design, planning, and site development. Must have the ability to prepare plans and reports, establish and maintain operational records, research and analyze information, and make recommendations based upon such analysis. The ability to maintain confidential information, work within time constraints and meet deadlines, along with the ability to provide verbal and written instructions to others is required. Must have strong interpersonal and organizational skills. We also require a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET). Professional Engineer (PE) License in the State of Illinois is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required. Municipal experience is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

The Village of Orland Park offers a competitive market total rewards package that includes a base salary range between $92,617.00 and $129,663.00, depending on experience and qualifications. This position is eligible for the Village of Orland Park’s comprehensive employee benefits program which includes multiple medical plan designs offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, dental, vision, life insurance, and an employee wellness program. Retirement benefits through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) are provided along with the option to participate in a 457(b) plan with Nationwide Retirement Services.

The Village of Orland Park also provides for paid vacation, personal, sick days, and holidays.