Chief Of Preliminary Engineering Civil Engineer Vii

Position Overview

This Chief of Preliminary Engineering is accountable for the planning, directing, and controlling of activities within the Preliminary Engineering Section of the Bureau of Design and Environment.

• Directs the development of policies and securement of all agreements with consultant engineering firms, utilities, railroads, and other state agencies.
• Coordinates the design and approval of pump stations and highway lighting.
• Ensures that consultant engineering firms are properly pre‑qualified and evaluated, solicitations and negotiations are concluded promptly, and claims are resolved fairly.
• Organizes and staffs the Preliminary Engineering Section including the training and development of personnel to ensure efficient performance of accountabilities.
• Administers and enforces all department safety policies and codes.
• Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules and 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 OR current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois.
• Seven years of experience in civil engineering.

• Supervisory experience.
• Familiarity with administering consultant agreements.
• Working knowledge of engineering related procurement procedures.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Requires seven years experience in civil engineering.
• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Requires occasional statewide and out-of-state travel with overnight stays.
• Requires successful completion of a background screening.
• In compliance with revolving door restrictions and the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act, the employee shall file required statements of economic interest.

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Chief of Preliminary Engineering. The IDOT team works to provide safe, cost‑effective transportation for Illinois, fostering a culture of inclusivity and innovation.

• Flexible work schedules, including flexible time and hybrid scheduling.
• Comprehensive health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• Pension plan.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave (12 weeks).
• Deferred compensation and other pre‑tax benefit programs.
• Paid sick days (12 days annually).
• Paid vacation days (10 days in year one, up to 25 days annually).
• Paid personal days (3 days annually).
• Paid holidays (13‑14 days annually based on start date).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program and mental health resources.

Work Hours:

8:00 AM‑4:30 PM Monday‑Friday

Work Location:

2300 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, Illinois, 62764
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR