Studies and Plans Squad Leader (Civil Engineer IV)

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

Job summary

Illinois Department of Transportation, Region 5, seeks a Studies and Plans Squad Leader (Civil Engineer IV) to supervise engineers and technicians and to prepare design and environmental reports, construction plans, and specifications for transportation improvements. The position leads multidisciplinary teams and ensures project quality.

The role also reviews consultant-prepared materials, coordinates public and interagency involvement, and maintains compliance with state and federal policies

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in Illinois or Licensed Structural Engineer with PE in Illinois.
• Four years of civil engineering experience.
• Proven ability to design highways, streets, and structures and produce plans/specifications.
• Working knowledge of MicroStation and related design tools.
• Ability to supervise engineers and technicians and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise engineers and technicians in the Studies and Plans squad.
• Prepare design and environmental reports, construction plans, and specifications.
• Review consultant-prepared materials for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate public involvement and interagency coordination.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal policies and standards.

Skills

Highway design

Engineering supervision

Oral and written communication

Public/interagency coordination

Education

Professional Engineer license (Illinois)

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

The Studies and Plans Squad Leader (Civil Engineer IV) supervises engineers and technicians in the Illinois Department of Transportation's Region 5, preparing design and environmental reports, construction plans, and specifications for transportation improvements. The role involves reviewing consultant-prepared materials, coordinating public and interagency involvement, and ensuring compliance with state and federal policies.

Key qualifications

• Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer or Licensed Structural Engineer in Illinois
• Four years of experience in civil engineering
• Skill in design of highways, streets, structures, and engineering plans and specifications
• Working knowledge and training in MicroStation
• Ability to supervise engineers and technicians
• Strong oral and written communication skills