Burns & McDonnell

Senior Civil Engineer - Transportation (Chicago)

Burns & McDonnell$140K — $210K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field, ideally with a focus on roadway transportation.
  • At least 7 years of relevant experience in civil roadway transportation design.
  • On-track for PE licensure or already a licensed Professional Engineer.
  • Proficient in developing contract documents, including drawings and specifications.
  • Ability to lead project tasks and proactively drive projects forward.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
  • Familiarity with traffic engineering standards and methodologies.
  • Experience with design software such as OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD, Excel, and Word.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with a team of diverse engineers and technicians on roadway transportation designs.
  • Oversee project management and staff engagement for various client projects.
  • Support project managers with specific project requirements and deliverables.
  • Utilize standard civil engineering techniques to execute project tasks.
  • Conduct standard designs for various civil engineering projects.
  • Participate as a team member in multi-disciplinary project settings.
  • Assist senior staff with the technical components of projects.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive insurance and disability coverage.
  • Generous time off policies and wellness programs.
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) due to 100% employee ownership.
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
Full Job Description
Description

Our transportation practice is seeking a senior civil roadway design engineer for our Chicago office.

Our ideal candidate is someone with excellent interpersonal and communication skills who can work well independently. In this position, you will be a part of a skilled team that values everyone's contributions to a project. Project management will be a key component, as well as supporting other PM's on larger projects.

Responsibilities:
  • Work with a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians in the design of roadway transportation projects, or related linear civil project work.
  • Manage projects and staff for various clients.
  • Assist team leaders (PM's) with various project duties when support is needed.
  • Performs tasks requiring applications of standard civil engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Standard design of civil project work.
  • Serve as a team member on multidisciplined projects.
  • Works with senior staff on technical aspects of a project.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field with a preferred emphasis in civil roadway transportation engineering.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience; experience working in the related civil roadway transportation industry preferred.
  • Candidate must be on track to obtain licensure or be licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
  • Experience to include the development of contract documents as it relates to drawings and specifications.
  • Ability to lead tasks and be proactive in moving these tasks forward
  • Ability to work as a part of a multi-discipline teams of engineers
  • Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and presentation skills
  • Ability to perform under pressure and tight deadlines while working on multiple projects concurrently.
  • Knowledge of traffic engineering methodologies and standards including but not limited to the Highway Capacity Manual, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, etc.
  • Knowledge of design software including OpenRoads Designer, Autocad, Excel and Word.
  • Experience or desire to get involved in business development via external meetings and/or proposal support for research and technical writing.
  • Experience working with municipal agencies and DOT's.

Compensation

$140,000.00-210,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Civil Engineering

Primary Location US-IL-Chicago

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 254893

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JH #TRN

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
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