Assistant Resident Engineer - IDOT District

Overview

Gonzalez Companies is a partner managed firm that provides comprehensive Planning, Design, and Construction Management Services to large and small Water, Sewer and Utility Districts;
Departments of Transportation; and municipalities. We are currently seeking an Assistant Resident Engineer to help serve our connection of clients and community. This role ensures compliance with IDOT standards, specifications, and contract requirements while maintaining accurate documentation and coordination with contractors and stakeholders. The position will be based out of IDOT District 7 and requires applicants to have Documentation of Contract Quantities Certification.

Department: Transportation

Location: Salem, IL

Compensation: $40.00 - $50.00 / hour

Gonzalez is a rapidly growing, dynamic professional services firm specializing in civil engineering, construction management, and construction inspection. Working primarily in the Greater St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville metro areas, we offer a great work environment, generous benefit packages, and opportunities to succeed in many professional disciplines.

• Assist the Resident Engineer with daily inspection and oversight of construction activities to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Perform and document quantity calculations, material tracking, and pay item verification in accordance with IDOT requirements.
• Maintain accurate daily diaries, inspector reports, and project records in a timely manner.
• Conduct field measurements and coordinate material testing to ensure quality control and assurance compliance.
• Coordinate with contractors, utilities, and agencies to resolve field issues and maintain project progress.
• Monitor and enforce safety standards, traffic control, and environmental compliance on the project site.
• Support project documentation reviews, audits, and final record compilation in accordance with IDOT standards.

• Active IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities (DCQ) Certification is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of IDOT Standard Specifications, policies, and procedures.
• Experience with construction documentation, quantity tracking, and field reporting.
• Strong communication and coordination skills for working with contractors and project stakeholders.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.

• Competitive salary
• Major medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k)
• Bonus program
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Professional development
• A team of creative and talented individuals to work alongside

Gonzalez Companies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.