Studies and Plans Squad Leader (Civil Engineer IV)

About the role

The Illinois Department of Transportation is hiring three Studies and Plans Squad Leaders (Civil Engineer IV) in Collinsville, IL. The position supervises engineers and technicians who prepare design and environmental reports, construction plans and specifications for transportation improvements, and reviews reports, plans and specifications prepared by consultants. It is a full-time, salaried union position with an anticipated starting salary of $6,281 per month.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare design and environmental reports that ensure compliance with state and federal policies
• Prepare contract plans and specifications for cost-effective, high-quality transportation improvements
• Review reports and plans prepared by consulting engineers
• Coordinate public and interagency involvement
• Motivate, train and evaluate subordinate personnel
• 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
• Ability to supervise engineers and technicians and to assign, review and coordinate work done by consultant staff
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Background screening and filing of a Statement of Economic Interest required

Preferred qualifications

• Design skill in highways, streets and structures, and in producing completed engineering plans and specifications
• Working knowledge and training in MicroStation
• Thorough knowledge of departmental policies, procedures and specifications

What we offer

• Full-time, Monday to Friday schedule with an anticipated hybrid option of 1 to 5 days per week in the office
• Health, life, vision and dental insurance, pension plan, maternity/paternity leave and deferred compensation programs
• 12 paid weeks of vacation, 3 paid personal days and 13-14 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance program