Resident Engineer I | Chicago Office

Resident Engineer I | Chicago Office

Civiltech Engineering, Inc. is seeking a qualified and client focused candidate to partner with our growing team of engineers, designers and construction inspectors. We’re transforming communities through collaboration and design. We design for people and create more livable neighborhoods, more resilient infrastructure, and more efficient transportation systems. From pedestrian safety improvements to bike facilities to high-profile roadway reconstructions, we’re helping our clients build a safer, more sustainable future.

The Position

We are seeking qualified candidates to join our team of construction engineers providing resident engineering services to State, County and Municipal clients throughout the City of Chicago. Day-to-day responsibilities for transportation improvements located at various project sites include:

• Inspect construction of improvements to ensure work is in compliance with contract plans, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Perform field measurements in accordance with accepted standards to monitor construction progress and determine payment to the contractor.
• Prepare necessary construction documentation and as built drawings as dictated by CDOT guidelines.
• Possess the ability to read and understand project construction drawings and specifications.
• Perform or assist with construction layout operations.
• Measure and document the construction of the improvements to a level which allows for the preparation of as-built drawings.
• Attend meetings as necessary relating to construction projects.

Working Conditions and Physical Capabilities

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is often loud. May require irregular hours at times.

Location

Chicago, IL