Senior Civil Engineer

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Site Development - IL
Mid Level

ABOUT ARDMORE RODERICK
Ardmore Roderick is a full-service infrastructure solutions firm that specializes in utilities. transportation, aviation, rail and transit, and building & facilities projects. We are headquartered in Chicago, with offices in Champaign (IL), Orlando (FL), and Philadelphia (PA). Our services include subsurface utility engineering and system design, transportation engineering, project and construction management, building and infrastructure program management, and construction engineering. With more than 300 experienced employees ranging from engineers, architects, certified construction managers, scientists and engineering technicians, AR provides a comprehensive technical and program management services package.

JOB TITLE: Senior Civil Engineer
LOCATION: Illinois, Ohio

SUMMARY
The Senior Civil Engineer will partner with project stakeholders to plan, design, and permitting of various civil engineering and land development projects in the Chicago Metro area. The Senior Civil Design Engineer will develop projects from the conceptual phase through design completion in accordance with approved project drawings and specifications.
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Review of client provided project descriptions to assess scope and design
  • Maintain high level of quality and responsiveness to client requirements
  • Perform project site visits to collect field data that will assist in design development
  • Develop civil design packages including site geometrics, profiles/grading, stormwater management calculations, utility coordination, permitting, plan & specifications preparation, and other documents required for construction
  • Provide engineering support during and post construction to ensure all applicable engineering and construction standards have been met
  • Assist with the preparation of proposals which include scope, schedules, and budgets
  • Coordination and assistance to other company departments (Transportation, Survey, etc).
  • Manage and schedule execution of projects.
  • Monitor projects productivity, quality, and progress.
  • Monitor and resolve technical issues in a timely and effective manner
  • Ensure that all projects meet safety standards in accordance with OSHA, state regulations and other industry best practices
  • Perform other duties as assigned


REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required.
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
  • 7 + years of relevant post education experience providing deliverables related to the planning, design, and construction of civil infrastructure with at least 2 years of site development design. Design-build and/or Engineering-Procurement-Construction (EPC) experience preferred.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Illinois, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, or ability to obtain by comity/reciprocity
  • Knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures
    • Microsoft Office Suite 
    • AutoCAD MicroStation, and/or GIS tools
    • Coordination of conflicting utilities and other field engineering design requirements
    • Complex projects in dense urban environments, construction permit development, easements and ROW coordination
  • Demonstrated attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications
  • Ability to demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills

Other valued qualifications include:

  • Ability to manage multiple projects
  • Ability to work independently with general supervision and as part of a larger design team
  • Experience with managing small teams or projects
  • Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)
  • Proficiency with ArcGIS, HEC-HMS, or HEC-RAS

If you are looking for the opportunity to gain invaluable experience and thrive in a collaborative environment, this may be the position for you. Ardmore Roderick offers a competitive salary and benefits package as well as the opportunity to significantly affect the development of our rapidly growing firm. Benefits package includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401k match, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, paid holidays, PTO, paid maternity leave, and employee assistance program.

Ardmore Roderick is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Ardmore Roderick participates in E-Verify.

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Please reach out to us if you require reasonable accommodation in responding to a job announcement, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process.

Base Pay Range: $75K – $115K

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