Engineer Of Pavement Management (Civil Engineer Vi)
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Job Location:
Springfield, VT - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 7517 - 11692
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:54539 IPR# 25-00932
Opening Date: 05/01/2026
Closing Date: 05/15/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
PositionTitle: Civil Engineer VI
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $7517 Monthly; Full Range: $7517 - $11692 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit:NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters
This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
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Why Work for Illinois
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
This position is accountable for assessing the performance of the departments pavement design construction maintenance rehabilitation preservation policies and procedures utilizing the departments pavement management system. This position is responsible for planning and supervising in-house research studies related to pavement design construction maintenance rehabilitation and addition this position is accountable for providing pavement design construction maintenance rehabilitation preservation strategy support to districts and bureaus for unique pavement performance problems. This position is responsible for developing and implementing statewide policies procedures and specifications to ensure that Illinois employscost-effective efficient state-of-the-art pavement design construction maintenance rehabilitation and preservation technologies.
Essential Function
- Directs and administers the activities of the Pavement Management Unit.
- Oversees the performance history assessment of departmental pavement design construction maintenance rehabilitation and preservation strategies using the pavement management system.
- Plans and supervises in-house research studies related to pavement design constructionmaintenance rehabilitation and preservation procedures.
- Coordinates responses to district and central bureau requests for assistance with unique pavementdesign and performance problems.
- Incorporates cost-effective changes to departmental policies resulting from positive research findings ina timely manner.
- Ensures the successful deployment and usage of research policies practices and specificationsstatewide.
- Trains motivates and evaluates subordinate personnel to ensure their effectiveness.
- Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules. Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois OR current registration as a Licensed Structural Engineer in the state of Illinois.
- Six years of experience in civil engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to initiate coordinate and direct engineering research and planning activities of a complex nature.
- Knowledge of pavement design and performance data analysis.
- Ability to promote establish and maintain harmonious relationships with both technical andprofessional staff and the public.
- Ability to develop policies specifications and standards.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires a valid drivers license.
- Requires successful completion of a background screening.
- Requires frequent statewide travel and limited out-of-state travel with overnight stays.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire an Engineer of Pavement Management.
The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.
The department offers extensive training and career advancement also receive a robust benefit package including:
- Monday-Friday work schedule
- Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time hybrid scheduling)
- Health Life Vision and Dental Insurance
- Pension Plan
- (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
- Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually
- New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
- Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually
- (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.
Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday
Work Location: 126 E Ash St Springfield Illinois 62704
Work County: Sangamon
Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation Bureau of Research
Posting Group: Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics; Leadership & Management; Transportation
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