Senior Squad Leader - Civil Engineer IV

About the role

The Illinois Department of Transportation is hiring a Senior Squad Leader (Civil Engineer IV) in Champaign, IL. The position is accountable for participating in and supervising engineers and technicians who prepare studies and plans for highly complex facility improvements, and may manage and/or review consulting engineers' studies, plans and specifications on major projects. It is a full-time, salaried union position with an anticipated starting salary of $6,281 per month.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure studies and plans prepared within the squad and by consultants are accurate, complete, compliant with design standards and specifications, and reflect the most cost-effective designs for major projects.
• Act as liaison between the district Bureau of Program Development and consulting engineers on transportation facility studies and plans.
• Motivate, train and evaluate subordinate personnel.
• Coordinate the work of subordinates with other sections of the bureau and consultant engineers so plans are finished in time for letting dates.
• Perform duties in line with departmental safety rules and in a way that treats all employees fairly.

Required profile

• Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer or Licensed Structural Engineer in Illinois.
• Four years of experience in civil engineering.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel districtwide.
• Background screening required; applicants must apply online through the State of Illinois careers site.

Preferred qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices.
• Knowledge of modern methods used in the design, construction and maintenance of public works.
• Ability to carry out difficult technical research and make comprehensive recommendations on engineering problems.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

What we offer

• Salary range of $6,281 to $9,792 per month.
• Monday to Friday schedule, with 1 to 5 days per week in the office depending on operational needs.
• Health, life, vision and dental insurance, pension plan, maternity/paternity leave and deferred compensation programs.
• Paid sick days, vacation days and personal days, plus tuition reimbursement and an employee assistance program.