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About the Role
Infrastructure Engineering Inc's (IEI) is pursuing qualified candidates for an experienced Civil Project Engineer - Program Manager to join our Chicago Team in delivering Program Management projects. The Civil Project Engineer supports and leads a variety of infrastructure program management projects, working closely with Project Managers, Program Managers and multidisciplinary teams to turn design concepts into completed projects and help agency clients deliver their projects and programs. This role focuses on program management, design engineering and construction engineering and inspection.
We are a multi-disciplinary Prime consulting firm that focuses on the delivery of program management, design engineering, construction engineering and inspection services.
As part of a program management team, the Civil Project Engineer will also provide technical guidance, coordinate with other disciplines, and occasionally visit project sites to verify work meets client and quality standards. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on community infrastructure while growing your technical and leadership skills. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to build a company based on Integrity, Excellence, and Ingenuity!
Essential Duties/Functions and Responsibilities:
• Helps lead and manage the development and implementation of engineering projects and programs for agency clients including Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Chicago Public Schools (CPS), Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
• Advises clients on the technical, regulatory and financial aspects of infrastructure projects and programs.
• Plans, directs and monitors execution of projects and programs.
• Prepares design drawings and specification documents with a strong focus on transportation engineering and land development (Right of Way Improvement, site demolition, grading, site geometry and utilization, utility development and construction detailing).
• Performs field visits and prepares field reports during construction administration
• Coordinates technical review processing and code reviews. Adjust and correlate data based on research code issues, design options and document findings
• Prepares cost estimates
• Prepare permitting documents for regulatory agencies and coordinate with permitting agencies
• Collaborates with clients and/or sub-consultants to establish and achieve design goals.
• Attends meetings with clients, stakeholders, and permitting agencies to support project coordination
• Other assignments as needed
Education and/or Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program required
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois is strongly preferred
• 4+ years of experience in site design, permitting, or municipal review coordination (Chicago or comparable urban environment (preferred).
Responsibilities and Skills:
• Perform QA/QC of plans, calculations, specifications, and quantities developed by staff engineers in accordance with the CDOT QA/QC Plan.
• Serve as a technical specialist, staff advisor, and consultant to agency clients.
• Take initiative in developing and refining templates, procedures, and engineering methods to improve project delivery and team efficiency.
• Train and mentor team members to strengthen overall quality and performance.
• Facilitate communication among agency clients, regulatory agencies, local government entities, other consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Host regular project progress meetings to provide status updates and identify potential delivery issues.
• Carry out complex or novel civil engineering assignments requiring innovative approaches or refined design methods.
• Supervise and support civil engineering and technical staff; evaluate performance, assign work, and set project priorities.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD/MicroStation, Civil 3D/GeoPak, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of local codes, design standards, and permitting processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.
Benefits and Perks:
• Highly Competitive Salary and Bonus Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Personal Paid Leave (Paid Time-Off)
• 6-Week Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability Program
• 401K Program with Employer Match
• Profit Sharing Opportunity
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Bonus Referral Program
• Employee Appreciation Programs
• Employer Sponsored Recognition Events
• IE University - Degree Seeking Programs and Certifications
• Professional Development and Training Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement/Conference and Training
• Philanthropic Outreach and Volunteer Opportunities
• Opportunity to share ideas and express your point of view
• You are welcome to be your authentic self
Working Conditions:
• IEI will provide a company vehicle for fieldwork with acceptable driver's record.
• Must be physically capable of walking and moving about on the construction sites, have good hand-eye coordination, and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions or in-progress construction hazards: fumes, toxic chemicals, risk of electric shock, and vibration. Often works around dust, asphalt, and concrete.
• Sometimes needs to put in extra hours, including weekends, to keep up with intense construction work at times and deal with unexpected situations and accidents.
• Spends some time working indoors to review blueprints and write reports.
• Usually works a standard 40-hour workweek either daytime or nighttime.
• Usually works in outside weather conditions.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work outdoors in various weather conditions, possibly for an extended period of time, depending on the assignment type. The noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate. The noise level on the construction site is often loud and may require the use of hearing protection.
Infrastructure Engineering, Inc. is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity and full inclusion for individuals with disabilities.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the recruitment process, please contact our Human Resources department at 312-392-2796 or email HR@infra-eng.com.
Accommodations are available upon request and will be provided in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and our commitment to equal opportunity.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Pay Range: $90,000 - $130,000 per year