Assistant Resident Engineer

Wight & Company

$90K — $140K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or similar field
  • 4+ years of experience with Chicago DOT, IDOT, or similar transportation agencies
  • Certification in IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities
  • Experience in transportation design is advantageous
  • Background in transit or utility projects is a plus
  • Coachable with a sense of humor
  • Ability to take initiative and exercise professional judgment

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with project stakeholders for successful project outcomes
  • Demonstrate composure and solve problems diplomatically
  • Analyze codes and standards for compliance
  • Conduct general field inspections of Road and Bridge Construction
  • Measure and report on installed quantities
  • Oversee materials sampling and testing schedules
  • Monitor contractor progress and lead the inspection team

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Disability and life insurance coverage
  • Flexible spending options
  • Generous paid holidays and time off
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Flexible work schedule for work-life balance
Full Job Description
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Coordinate and communicate with various project stakeholders to ensure project success
  • Composure and diplomatic problem solving
  • Analyze applicable codes, standards, and specifications for compliance
  • Perform general field inspection of Road and Bridge Construction
  • Measure, calculate, and report installed quantities
  • Oversee materials sampling and testing schedules
  • Monitor and analyze progress of contractor's work
  • Maintain various reports
  • Monitor and lead inspection team

BACKGROUND & EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS:
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or similar Engineering Field
  • 4+ years' experience working with Chicago DOT, IDOT, Illinois Tollway, or comparable transportation agencies
  • Certifications, including IDOT Documentation of Contract Quantities
  • Transportation design experience is a plus
  • Experience on transit and/or utility projects is a plus
  • Coachable and a sense of humor
  • Comfortable taking initiative and exercising professional judgement


Salary Range: $90,000 - $140,000. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant.

Wight & Company offers excellent benefits and a wonderful work environment. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending, paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k). Our flexible work schedule allows for a healthy work-life balance. For more information about our company, visit our website at www.wightco.com.

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