Bowman Consulting

Construction Engineer III

Bowman Consulting • $85K — $100K *
Lisle, IL 60532In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field required.
  • 5+ years of construction and/or civil engineering experience.
  • CPM scheduling and estimating knowledge required.
  • Advanced knowledge of construction engineering principles and procedures.
  • Proficiency in Microstation, AutoCAD, and Civil3D.
  • Understanding of material properties for soil, aggregates, concrete, and bituminous mixes.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or in progress.

Responsibilities

  • Lead project execution under the guidance of Project Manager and Senior Engineer.
  • Serve as a technical resource and mentor within the team.
  • Market firm capabilities to attract new clients.
  • Read and interpret contract drawings and specifications.
  • Document construction compliance or non-compliance with contract documents.
  • Calculate and document project work quantities.
  • Compose technical reports related to daily construction activities.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
  • Discretionary bonuses and performance incentives.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives.
Full Job Description
Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Construction Engineer III to join our team in Lisle, IL.

Purpose

Under the direction of the Project Manager and Senior Engineer, the Engineer III is responsible for transportation and infrastructure project execution, and the inspection and documentation of various construction engineering projects including various types of civil engineering.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction
  • Receive broad guidance relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially on highly complex assignments. Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.
  • Position does not include direct supervisory responsibilities but will serve as a lead/resource among team of colleagues in equivalent roles to share technical proficiency, guidance, and mentorship. May occasionally assist in delegation of assignments or provide feedback to managers.

At the Operational and Company Level
  • Market the firm's capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.

Do the Work
  • Read and comprehend contract drawings, standard drawings, and specifications.
  • Identify, report and document construction activities in compliance or not in compliance with contract documents.
  • Measure, document, and calculate quantities of project work performed.
  • Gather data and make decisions based upon engineering principles.
  • Write technical reports to document daily construction activities.


Success Metrics and Competencies

  • Ability to effectively participate as part of a project team.
  • Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
  • Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
  • Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
  • Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering discipline required at time of employment.
  • Five or more (5+) years of experience in construction and/or civil engineering.
  • CPM scheduling knowledge and estimating abilities required.
  • Advanced knowledge of construction engineering principles, techniques, and procedures.
  • Flexibility to work inside or outside at any given time of the year.
  • Advanced understanding of the material properties of soil, aggregates, concrete, and bituminous mixes.
  • Proficiency in Microstation, AutoCAD and Civil3D.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, or progress toward completion.


Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $85,000 - $100,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
  • Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts


Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

  • Outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
  • Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
  • Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
  • Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
  • Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
  • Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.


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Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

If you have any questions about the application process, please email [email protected].

About Bowman Consulting

Michelle White "Miki" Bowman is an American attorney and a Governor on the Federal Reserve's board. She is the first person to fill the community bank seat on the board, a seat created by a 2015 law. Previously, Bowman was the Kansas banking commissioner, from January 2017 through November 2018. She also held senior staff positions at the Federal Emergency Management Agency and Department of Homeland Security during the George W. Bush administration.
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