Civil Engineer III - Chicago, IL

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Civil Engineer III to join our team in Chicago, IL.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved.

We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Purpose

Execute complex technical transportation engineering techniques, procedures and criteria for transportation and infrastructure projects. Assist in developing sustainable transportation solutions to make communities more livable by reducing traffic congestion, promoting multiple modes of transportation, supporting land development, and improving safety for all users.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and broad parameters for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially on highly complex assignments. Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.

• May serve as a lead/resource among team of colleagues in equivalent roles to share technical proficiency, guidance, mentorship and delegation of assignments. May occasionally provide feedback to managers.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Work closely with more senior members to learn about and assist with transportation engineering and planning work.

• Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.

• Coordinate with other disciplines and internal services/groups/offices as necessary.

Do the Work

• Work side by side with the project team to develop detailed roadway designs.

• Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex engineering problems and develop successful solutions.

• Execute technical assignments and lead the efforts on all phases of a variety of transportation projects under direct supervision of a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager and interact with clients as needed

• Prepare maps and graphics for public and client meetings, data analysis, performing field reviews and data collection, conducting research on trends and best practices, contributing to stakeholder and public engagement efforts, developing solutions to complex problems, and presenting recommendations.

• Prepare engineering plans and reports in accordance with project requirements, design criteria and specifications.

• Integrate environmental considerations into roadway design practices, factoring elements such as stormwater management, drainage design, and environmental resources.

• Identify and obtain necessary permits and approvals from relevant authorities for roadway projects, and ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations are met.

• Lead in the preparation of grant applications and associated services related to funding programs.

• Draft transmittals, memos, meeting minutes, letters, proposals, and other documentation/communications.

• Prepare reports, plans, specifications, construction schedules, cost estimates, permits and/or designs for projects.

• Coordinate and conduct field visits and ensure appropriate data collection and field observations occur.

• Direct tasks on projects and monitor project progress for technical accuracy and adherence to schedule and budget.

• Oversee the work of designers and EITs

• Prepare internal and external technical presentations.

• Conduct technical quality control of multiple assigned projects.

• Lead in the preparation of proposals for multiple clients.

• Lead with client and outside agency communication and attend project/public meetings.

• Develop and maintain accurate and organized project files.

• Develop procedures, materials, and/or tools to…