Senior Project Studies Engineer (Civil Engineer IV)

State of Illinois; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks a Senior Project Studies Engineer (Civil Engineer IV) to supervise engineers and technicians in preparing highway project studies and plans. Based in Ottawa, IL, this role coordinates activities across bureaus and with consulting engineers to ensure schedules are met and deliverables meet quality and cost-efficiency standards.

Experience as a licensed PE or SE in Illinois, plus four years in civil engineering and strong communication, are required.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a PE or SE in Illinois.
• Four years of civil engineering experience.
• Experience supervising engineering functions or managing consultants.
• Knowledge of highway design policies and ability to analyze highway engineering problems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise engineers and technicians in highway project studies and plans.
• Review consultant deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and cost-efficiency.
• Coordinate activities across bureau sections and with consulting engineers to meet project schedules.

Skills

Licensed PE/SE in IL

Supervising engineers

Consultant management

Highway design policies

Problem analysis

Oral communication

Written communication

Valid driver's license

Job description

This Senior Project Studies Engineer (Civil Engineer IV) position with the Illinois Department of Transportation supervises engineers and technicians in preparing highway project studies and plans, and reviews consultant-prepared deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and cost-efficiency. The role is based in Ottawa, Illinois, within the Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, and involves coordinating activities across bureau sections and with consulting engineers to meet project schedules.

Key qualifications:

• Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer or Licensed Structural Engineer in Illinois
• Four years of experience in civil engineering
• Experience supervising engineering functions or managing consultant engineers
• Knowledge of highway design policies and ability to analyze highway engineering problems
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Valid driver's license