Construction Engineer
Job Description
• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited 4-year college or university.
• Preferred completion of P.E. certification.
• Demonstrated 5-10 years of experience as a Resident Engineer or Construction Engineer within the municipal engineering field.
• Certification in IDOT Documentation.
• Proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Familiarity with computer software including ICORS, Microsoft Office, and AutoCAD.
Responsibilities will include:
• Conducting inspections on various municipal engineering improvement projects.
a. Efficient coordination with residents, businesses, and other stakeholders affected by construction projects.
b. Reviewing the Contractor’s dynamic construction schedule.
c. Implementing minor plan changes onsite.
d. Drafting and preparing construction notification letters.
e. Maintaining a project diary and daily inspection log in accordance with IDOT general requirements.
• Handling construction documentation.
a. Tracking all quantities related to each pay item.
b. Conducting yield checks on all materials.
c. Establishing and managing progress payment schedules.
d. Developing and verifying payment requests.
e. Ensuring all documentation substantially adheres to IDOT standards.
f. Inspecting construction to ensure compliance with plans.
• Coordinating with Utility Companies.
• Organizing and leading pre-construction meetings, and preparing meeting minutes.
• Coordinating projects with various entities such as business districts, park districts, and schools.
• Liaising with permit agencies as necessary (e.g., MWRD & IDOT).
• Conducting construction layout and staking.
• Utilizing one-man and two-man total stations for acquiring topographic data.
Meet Your Recruiter
Ashley Schmitt
Technical Recruiter
Ashley Schmitt is a dedicated and experienced Senior Recruiting Team Lead passionate about empowering individuals through career opportunities. With an impressive track record of 8 years at Sterling, she has significantly impacted the organization's talent acquisition and development strategies.
With a remarkable 12-year career in the field of recruiting, Ashley has garnered a deep understanding of the industry's dynamics and trends. She has witnessed the ever-changing job market and thrived in guiding people through its complexities. For Ashley, the most rewarding aspect of recruitment is finding people roles that can genuinely improve their professional lives.
As a Senior Recruiting Team Lead, Ashley's leadership abilities shine through as she leads her team to excel in their roles. She believes in fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where all team member's strengths are recognized and utilized to achieve collective success.
Advice for candidates from Ashley: “Reflect on your skill sets and what makes you happy, be realistic about your strengths and weaknesses. Strengthen your online presence and always be networking!”