Sr. Civil Engineer

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13741329 Applies diverse and innovative techniques, modifications, and theories. Oversees and contributes to the design and preparation of plans, details, construction estimates, code compliance, design calculations, and specifications on a range of site civil project sizes and types. Assists in leading design coordination between various team members, disciplines, and agencies to meet project requirements. Implements and executes Quality Control/Quality Assurance practices. Essential Functions - Participate in project proposals, client interview preparation, and stakeholder presentations; may attend client interviews - Help determine the project team and staffing requirements for a given assignment or project task - Coordinate directly with various internal and external disciplines/departments to ensure design process is complete and comprehensive - Contribute to and supervise team members in the design concepts, studies, design options, and establish design criteria - Perform complex analyses and design calculations, document design procedures, and ensure design complies with applicable codes and standards - Assist in leading the preparation of design documents including schematics, design details, calculations, specifications, and utility coordination - Coordinate the production of project deliverables including plans, specifications, reports, cost estimates, and commissioning documents - Approve and certify deliverables as the Engineer of Record - Work with project managers to assure that project schedule, budget and design are consistent with project criteria - Coordinate and complete permit requirements - Assist in supervising construction administration activities including resolving construction related issues, disputes, and disagreements - Supervise the close-out documentation process with contractors, clients, and agencies and identify lessons learned for internal training purposes - Assist in creating and enforcing the application of TERRA standards and guidelines - Contribute to authoring marketing materials - Develop and maintain trusted relationships with team members, multidisciplinary team members, vendors, and authorities having jurisdiction - Mentor, train, and provide oversight to staff members - Participate in the recruitment, interviewing, and candidate selection process - Perform other duties as required Education/Experience - B.S. in civil engineering or related field (ABET/EAC-accredited program) - 8+ years of applicable engineering experience - PE Required - Additional credentials preferred (e.g., CFM, CPESC, ENV SP, LEED AP, etc.) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Demonstrates ability to successfully engage with professionals in a multi-disciplinary environment; communicates effectively and builds relationships and trust internally and externally - Exercises sound engineering judgment - Strong ability to convey information through effective and timely verbal and written communication - High level of proficiency with computer-aided design software and other software packages typically associated with engineering required - Strong proficiency in general documentation software such as Microsoft Suite, Bluebeam, PowerPoint, etc. - Demonstrates effective project management skills, effectively leveraging experience and skills to ensure projects are completed on time and on budget - Advanced public speaking, presentation, and leadership skills - Demonstrates understanding of industry and construction practices, methodologies, and best engineering practices and leverages that understanding to l ad engineering efforts through all project stages - Able to conduct site visits as needed, may require a valid driver's license - Effectively maintains office and field health & safety requirements and protocols - Maintains a work schedule conducive to team collaboration and project-specific requirements Physical Requirements - Involves sitting a considerable amount of the time, but requires the ability to conduct field/site visits to inspect work - May exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force to move objects - Occasionally lifts and carries up to 25 pounds - Considerable time is spent at a workstation using a computer and using various forms of communication (telephone, email, messaging, etc.) - Field work includes exposure to outside weather conditions and various environmental conditions depending on the site - Physical activities include walking and occasional stooping and crouching