Airport Construction Field Engineer; Civil Engineer Iv

Position Overview

This position is accountable for the general supervision of airport construction within Illinois where state, local, and/or federal funds are involved. The incumbent is responsible for primary assistance to the Section Chief of Airport Construction and Materials ensuring that the consulting engineers and contractors construct all airport projects according to the adopted plans and specifications.

• Conducts on-site inspections of airport construction projects.
• Reviews the work of consultant engineers who act as resident engineers on airport projects.
• Reviews change orders for proper documentation and recommends their approval.
• Reviews payment requests for engineering inspection services and construction progress reports.
• Reviews and processes as-built plans.
• 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.

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

• Working knowledge and experience in routine construction civil and infrastructure engineering projects, preferably on airports.
• Basic skills utilizing engineering field and office equipment.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office suite applications.
• Ability to write technical reports.
• Experience with construction and materials management software systems.
• Familiarity within the airport environment.

• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Requires successful completion of a background screening.
• Requires frequent statewide travel with occasional overnight stays.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions apply to this position. If offered non-State employment during or within one year after State employment, the employee shall notify OEIG or may be subject to a fine.
• The position requires filing a Statement of Economic Interest as mandated by the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Airport Construction Field Engineers.

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:

• 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

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

Work Location: 1 Langhorne Bond Dr, Springfield, Illinois, 62707

Work Office: Division of Aeronautics / Bureau of Airport Engineering

Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR

Posting Group: Transportation;
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

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