PMO Civil Engineer Associate l

POSITION GOAL:

The PMO Civil Engineer Associate I will be involved in the identification and resolution of utility construction conflicts for all work happening within city limits. This includes analyzing project schedules and plans to determine opportunities for cost savings and resolving schedule, restoration, and special event conflicts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - GENERAL

•    Possesses foundational engineering concepts.
•    Acquires basic knowledge and develops basic skills through mentored experience.
•    Evaluates and applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment.
•    Performs work assignments of minimal complexity. Contributes to specific objectives and outcomes.
•    Receives instruction on specific objectives and direction on possible solutions to unconventional or complex problems.
•    Works as part of a team.
•    Typically receives close supervision on most aspects of assignments and a general review of all aspects of work.
•    Possesses basic oral and written communication skills.
•    Interacts primarily with internal project team members. May engage in some external team member, client, or stakeholder interactions.  
•    Adheres to project deadlines and scope and keeps the task manager informed of any difficulties encountered on assignments. 
•    Perform review of your own work before submitting to the next review level.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - SPECIFIC

•    Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work
•    Aid in the development, coordination and management of project schedules.
•    Time management and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines
•    Develop or expand on technical civil engineering practices for work within the City of Chicago.
•    Receive technical guidance for unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval of proposed project plans.
•    Assist in the technical review of civil engineering plans and specifications
•    Review civil design plans and specifications for both public and private sector clients.
•    Review technical documents for compliance with state and local codes, laws, ordinances and agency requirements.
•    Keep Project Manager informed of workload and any changes to project scope or additional services.
•    Provide additional support services as needed to the CDOT Division of Infrastructure Management (Office of Underground Coordination, Permit Office, and Public Way/811)
•    Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

•    Knowledge of mathematics and its application to field surveying and engineering computations.
•    Ability to process and make sense of large sets of project data presented both visually through a map and through spreadsheet format
•    Can work effectively as a team player.
•    Ability to communicate externally with multiple technical and non-technical stakeholders in an effective and concise manner for the coordination of Public/Private Capital Improvement Projects
•    Ability to quickly adapt and make well-informed independent decisions.
•    Ability to build constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect for our stakeholders.
•    Show insight into the root causes of problems. Generates a range of solutions and courses of action with benefits, costs, and risks associated with each.
•    Consider both short and long-term interests of the client in making decisions.
•    Demonstrate a professional demeanor, high ethical standards, respect, and commitment to service excellence.
•    Able to understand the perspective of others before making decisions and taking action.

Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENT:

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering.

Licensure: Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) or Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred

Job Classification: Exempt (Salaried)

Report to: Project Engineer – Team Lead

Experience: Typically 0 to 5 years. Experience in Civil engineering, urban planning, utility coordination, and/or program management is a plus.

Communication Skills: Basic verbal and written communication skills.

Technical Skills:  Spatial and design skills to visualize projects in 2D and 3D. Entry-level engineering skills to compliment position goal. Basic experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Bluebeam, and CADD software, specifically the Bentley Suite of products including Open Roads Designer, ProjectWise and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D. Basic knowledge of local agency standards preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  N/A

Physical Demands: Must be able to sit, walk, stand, reach with hands and arms, stoop or kneel, climb, or balance, talk, or hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects tools or control. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds on occasion.

Working Environment:  This job may require long periods of standing or walking in the field and include exposure to all types of outside weather conditions, varying noise levels, and hazards associated with construction. Wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment is required while performing work in the field. The employee may also be exposed to a general office environment, requiring long periods of sitting at a computer in ambient inside temperature, lighting and noise level. Due to the collaborative nature of this position, the work will need to be performed in the field or office, typically during normal business hours. Travel is required; must possess a valid license.

Continuing Education: Complete state-required competency. Attend job-related seminars and workshops.

Salary Range:  $72,800 - $78,000 per year

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.