SENIOR SQUAD LEADER - (CIVIL ENGINEER IV)

Illinois Department of Transportation; Champaign (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance: Health, Life, Vision, and 2

Pension Plan

Hybrid scheduling

Job summary

Illinois Department of Transportation in Champaign, IL seeks a Civil Engineer IV to oversee studies and plans for complex facility improvements and supervise engineers and technicians. The role involves coordinating with consulting engineers and ensuring timely, cost-effective project delivery.

The position requires an IL Professional Engineer (or Structural Engineer) license and at least four years of civil engineering experience. Hybrid schedule with in-office days is available.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois or current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois.
• Four years of experience in civil engineering.

Responsibilities

• Ensures studies and plans are accurate, complete, and cost-effective for major projects.
• Coordinates liaison between the district Bureau of Program Development and consulting engineers.
• Motivates, trains and evaluates subordinate personnel.
• Coordinates activities to meet letting dates and ensures timely project completion.
• Performs duties in compliance with safety rules and maintains equitable treatment of employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Civil engineering knowledge

Education

Professional Engineer license (Illinois)

Job description

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation including, but not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application. Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Date: Nov 6, 2026

Location:

Champaign, IL, US, 61820

Job Requisition ID: 60058

Opening Date: 11/06/2026

Closing Date: 11/23/2026

Agency

Department of Transportation

Position Title

Civil Engineer IV

Salary

Anticipated Starting Salary $6,281 Monthly; Full Range: $6,281 - $9,792 Monthly

Job Type

Salaried

Category

Full Time

Number of Vacancies

1

Bargaining Unit Code

NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

Work Hours

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability

1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs

Work Location

1800 S Oak St, Champaign, Illinois, 61820

Work County

Champaign

Work Office

Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation, Region 3/District 5/Bureau of Program Development

Agency Contact

[e-mail]

Union Position

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

Position Overview

This position is accountable for participating in and supervising the activities of engineers and technicians engaged in the preparation of studies and plans for highly complex facility improvements and may manage and/or review consulting engineer's studies, plans, and specifications on major projects.

Essential Functions

• Ensures studies and plans prepared within the squad and by consultants are accurate, complete, and in compliance with design standards and specifications, and depict the most cost-effective designs for major projects.
• Provides liaison between the district Bureau of Program Development and consulting engineers on matters pertaining to transportation facility studies and plans.
• Motivates, trains and evaluates subordinate personnel.
• Coordinates the activities of subordinate personnel with other sections within the bureau and consultant engineers to ensure plans are completed in time to meet prescribed letting dates.
• Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules. Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois or current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois.
• Four years of experience in civil engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Thorough knowledge of modern methods and techniques as applied to the design, construction, and maintenance of public works.
• Ability to perform difficult technical research and make comprehensive recommendations on engineering problems.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Requires districtwide travel.
• This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• Requires successful completion of a background screening.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About The Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Senior Squad Leader. The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois. Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.

The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:

• Monday-Friday work schedule
• Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling)
• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
• Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually
• New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
• Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually
• (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.

Nearest Major Market

Champaign

Nearest Secondary Market

Urbana