Civil Design Engineer

Title Civil Design Engineer About the Organization dEscoto, Inc. is a Chicago-based, minority owned firm providing professional
services with concentrations in Construction Management, Program Management,
Architectural Design, Civil Design Engineering, and Structural Engineering Services.
We have over 45 years of experience in the A/E industry and have developed a
reputation for providing superior quality oversight, inspection, estimating, and
budget and schedule control.

dEscoto, Inc. is where vision meets implementation, turning client requirements,
needs, standards and goals into tangible objectives and plans; to bring client visions
into reality. In doing so we work to cultivate a solid, professional relationship with
each business partner and client. Description

POSITON SUMMARY

The Civil Design Engineer applies the appropriate standards to efficiently assemble the client's contract plans, specifications, and estimates. The Civil Design Engineer will work with the Civil Design team on transportation projects. This role will entail leading various disciplines to ensure projects get delivered on time and on budget. Typical clients include IDOT, ISTHA, and local transportation agencies.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designing roadway geometrics: horizontal and vertical alignments, superelevation, cross-sections
• Developing maintenance of traffic (MOT) and temporary traffic control plans
• Utilizing design software including Bentley MicroStation SS10 and OpenRoads Designer for drafting and 3-D corridor modeling
• Cost estimating and quantity calculations and preparing bid quantities
• Developing soil erosion, sediment control, and stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP) per regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of IDOT, ISTHA, CCDOTH, DuDOT and other relevant municipalities and agencies' standards and specifications
• Understand and apply client and industry engineering specifications to projects
• Interact with client's management and engineering department to facilitate project efforts

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 3D corridor modeling and utilizing corridor templates
• Developing profiles, cross sections, earthwork and mass grading in OpenRoads Designer
• Prepare reports and exhibits for Phase I engineering projects
• Barrier warrant analysis
• Stormwater conveyance and detention design
• Hydrologic and hydraulic modeling

EDUCATION AND SKILLS

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field
• 7+ years of experience
• Professional Engineer License in Illinois Required
• Software proficiency in Bentley MicroStation SS10 is Required, and OpenRoads Designer and AutoCAD experience are preferred
• Certifications or training from IDOT and ISTHA like Documentation of Contract Quantities, Erosion Sediment, ADA Ramp, and eBuilder Preferred
• Strong understanding of construction and engineering practices
• Demonstrate a proactive, collaborative approach with project team members, client representative, and review agencies
• Strong computer skills, specifically in the area of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to clearly communicate concepts and ideas
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive base pay ($95,000 - $145,000 annually). The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure, as applicable.
• Hybrid work schedule with the opportunity for full remote work
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage plan options
• Company paid life insurance and short-term/long-term disability
• 401k plan with and employer safe harbor match
• Paid time off
• Paid company holidays
• Professional development assistance, licensure, and professional membership reimbursement
• Pre-tax commuter benefit
• Voluntary life and accident insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection

Position Requirements Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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