About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Supervising 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.
Essential Functions
- Supervises and directs construction projects to ensure completion in accordance with plans, specifications and with acceptable engineering costs.
- Reviews project documentation for completeness and accuracy to facilitate timely acceptance and finalization of projects.
- Investigates and resolves inquiries and complaints from local agencies and contractors relative to an assigned construction project in an expeditious manner.
- Establishes mutual cooperation between the Bureau of Implementation and other central and district bureaus to reconcile divergent viewpoints on special construction problems.
- Trains and motivates subordinate personnel to ensure a well-developed and competent staff.
- Implements department safety rules, practices and policies and provides the necessary training and direction for staff to ensure compliance.
- 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.
Minimum Qualifications
- Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois.
- Five years of engineering experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Supervisory experience.
- Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering.
- Extensive knowledge of modern methods and techniques as applied to the design, construction, and maintenance of roadways.
- High degree of engineering knowledge and practical experience in construction procedures.
- Ability to direct the work of other engineers and technicians.
- Ability to supervise the preparation of complete engineering plans and specifications.
- Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
Conditions of Employment
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Requires extensive districtwide and statewide travel which could include overnight stay, possible overtime during evenings, nights, and weekends.
Requires the ability to work in confined spaces, climb steep terrain, wade in water, and deal with animals, insects, rodents, and snakes; and to preform outdoor work in a variety of conditions including, but not limited to, inclement weather (hot, cold, wet, muddy), and active construction sites and roadways open to traffic. - Requires successful completion of a background screening.
- This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
- Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
The department offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. Employees also receive a robust benefit package including:
- Monday-Friday work schedule
- 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
We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.
Work Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Monday – Friday
Work Location: 2801 W Murphysboro Rd, Carbondale, Illinois, 62901
Work Office: Office of Highways Project Implementation, Region 5/District 9/Bureau of Project Implementation
Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV
Posting Group: Transportation; Leadership & Management