CAREERS

The Director of Site/Civil Engineering is in direct control of the Site/Civil engineering practice and exercises direct or indirect supervision of personnel assigned for projects within the site/civil engineering practice and technical matters. The Director is responsible for delivering technical excellence for projects from bid to completion, including being on time and within budget on project deliverables. The Director provides project management and technical oversight on projects. The Director develops strong working relationships with agencies, municipalities, and other consulting firms. This position has technical excellence, management, and business development responsibilities for the division. The position includes a significant contribution to strategic planning and building the site/civil practice throughout the region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Technical and leader for the group in providing senior-level quality control reviews for projects concerning:
  • Ability to comply with safety policies and practices and OSHA standards.
  • Routinely manage several projects concurrently.
  • Develop engineering reports, specifications, and cost estimates, and prepare final bid packages.
  • Lead/participate in project decisions regarding technical approaches, cost, and scheduling performance.
  • Identify schedule and cost variances and develop and implement recommendations for corrective action.
  • Design and detail full construction documents and specifications.
  • Coordinate with all project stakeholders on complex projects during design, documentation, and construction.
  • Provide technical direction and development on the scope of engineering work, detailed and ongoing schedule input, man-hour requirements, and budgets for the assigned project elements.
• Deliver quality projects on time, within budget, and to the client’s satisfaction.
• Team leads a high-performing engineering team by providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback to team members to enhance their skills and achieve departmental goals.
• Hit chargeability goals established for the group.
• Responsible for the profitability of their group.
• Use effective oral and written communication skills to effectively assist with project, safety, and scheduling during construction progress meetings with client(s) and assist with proposals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Illinois
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 10+ years of experience serving site/civil agency clients involving planning, consulting, design, and construction services for various projects.
• Demonstrated experience in successful project management, client interaction, and staff development.
• Business development and marketing experience including writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgets for projected work.
• Valid driver’s license required.

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Based in the Midwest, the Professional Engineers at Orion Engineers, LLC provide comprehensive consulting, engineering, design, and analysis for a diverse market base nationwide. Orion Engineers, LLC is seeking a Project Engineer – Transportation to assist our team in delivering engineering services on existing projects and pursue new opportunities. As a Project Engineer at Orion Engineers, you will have the opportunity to continue to hone your technical skills while gaining broad exposure to project accounting, client service, marketing, and product and business development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Director of Transportation Engineering, a Transportation Project Engineer will assist in various tasks including plan preparation, quantity calculations, geometric design, pavement marking/signing, drainage design, traffic studies, traffic signal design, public involvement, report writing, specifications, cost estimates, roadway lighting, and other related tasks. Candidates with a background in preliminary engineering or the development of detailed plans and specifications are recommended. The individual may also be called on to work closely with other teams on multi-disciplinary projects. Activities will vary and can include:

• Analyzes information and data to perform routine design
• Receives instructions from the Project Manager or Senior Project Engineers regarding the expected general results.
• Research design options and document
• Responsible as a member of the design team for accuracy of engineering design and plans, quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards.
• Researches code
• Prepares environmental impact and other administrative reports required for project
• Keeps Project Manager informed of workload and any changes in the project schedule, scope or additional
• Assist or participate in preparation of project proposals and other business development
• May be asked to participate in non-design engineering activities such as construction inspection and materials testing, surveying, CADD production, and field data collection.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field with emphasis on highway design, traffic and transportation.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Licensure for the State of Illinois required.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical.
• 7+ years progressively responsible experience as a Transportation Engineer or similar.
• Demonstrate familiarity with ISTHA/IDOT policies, roadway design and plan preparation, and construction.
• Must have experience with MicroStation design.
• Experience with Geopak SS4/3D experience with modeling, cross sections and SUDA a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in successful project management, client interaction, and staff development.
• Business development and marketing experience including writing proposals, scopes of work, and budgets for projected work.
• Valid driver’s license required.

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Based in the Midwest, the Professional Engineers at Orion Engineers, LLC provides comprehensive consulting, engineering, design, and analysis for a diverse market base nationwide. Orion Engineers, LLC is seeking a Licensed Professional Engineer to assist our team in delivering site civil engineering services on existing projects and assist in the pursuit of new opportunities. As a Project Engineer- Site Civil at Orion Engineers, you will have the opportunity to continue to hone your technical skills while gaining broad exposure to project accounting, client service, marketing, and product and business development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Project Engineer – Site Civil will manage the planning, design, permitting, and preparation of specifications, for a variety of land development and redevelopment projects. The individual may also be called on to work closely with or manage multi-disciplinary teams on projects. Activities will vary but could include:

• Provide expertise in the preparation of inventory assessments, analyses, and reports, development of detailed site and grading plans, erosion and sediment control plans, stormwater management design, water and wastewater design, construction detailing and specifications.
• Perform hydrologic/hydraulic analysis and design, SWPPP, and water quality compliance.
• Research code requirements.
• Research design options and document findings.
• Prepare environmental impact and other administrative reports required for project permits.
• Provide design solutions for projects within budget and time schedules, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, accepted engineering practices, and client standards.
• Ensure accuracy of engineering design and plans, quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of others on projects to ensure proper and timely execution.
• QA/QC work by others to ensure completeness and accuracy of team deliverables.
• Inform corporate management of workload and any changes in the project schedule, scope, or additional services.
• Establish local connections with government officials, developers, architects, business and manufacturing clients, or other land development arenas.
• Assist or participate in the preparation of project proposals and other business development efforts.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing professional networks; and participating in professional societies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET Accredited Engineering Program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) Licensure in the State of Illinois.
• Minimum 7+ years of progressively responsible experience and a proven track record of successful Illinois Site Civil Engineering experiences.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MWRD permitting policies, site/utility plan preparation, and construction administration.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Autodesk Civil 3D design software.
• Demonstrated local experience with private developments and government agencies performing site due diligence, preparing land use permits, understanding of zoning laws, and presenting to municipal agencies.
• Qualified candidates must have a valid driver’s license.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Orion Engineers, PLLC is currently seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to join our growing team in the Chicagoland area. As Resident Engineer you will work on a diverse project portfolio with government agencies in Illinois. Additionally, in this role you will work closely with senior engineers and support staff to ensure the successful completion of transportation/roadway-related projects for our clients. The key to succeeding in this role will be your ability to coordinate staff efforts to ensure timely and cost-effective solutions to meet demanding project requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and interpret complex contract documents.
• Monitors contractor adherence to plans, specifications, and approved shop drawings; administers contracts within Illinois standards; investigates construction problems and determines the need for extra work.
• Manage day-to-day construction oversight/Construction Engineering efforts on large transportation projects including but not limited to managing activities such as layout, inspection, documentation, and pay estimates, and resolving design/field issues.
• Proactively monitor traffic control and protection
• Exerts influence over clients, contractors, and staff to maintain project goals regarding cost, schedule, quality, etc.
• Use effective oral and written communication skills to effectively lead progress, project, safety, and scheduling during construction progress meetings with client(s).
• Verify that the required material inspection and testing are performed and documented.
• Familiarity with Chicago area agencies and Municipalities such as IDOT, CDOT, and ISTHA.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and change management skills.
• Outstanding client management skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work successfully both independently and collaboratively.
• Credible experience in driving profitable success of projects.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 8+ years of construction management experience.
• Possession of a valid Illinois Professional Engineer License.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field.
• IDOT documentation certification required. IDOT HMA, PCC and Field Density and Inspection Certifications preferred.
• Ability to work overtime, nights and weekends as needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

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Orion Engineers, LLC is currently seeking an experienced Senior Construction Engineer to join our growing team in Chicagoland area. In the role of Senior Construction Engineer you will work on a diverse project portfolio with government agencies in Illinois. Additionally, in this construction engineer role you will work closely with clients, other project managers, and support staff to ensure the successful completion of transportation/roadway related projects for our clients. Key to succeeding in this role will be your ability to coordinate staff efforts to ensure timely and cost-effective solutions to demanding project requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitors contractor adherence to plans, specifications and approved shop drawings; assuring construction methods are properly coordinated with Facility Operations and are performed safely; administering contracts within Illinois standards; investigating construction problems and determining the need for extra work.
• Manage day-to-day construction oversight/Construction Engineering efforts on large transportation projects
• Exerts influence over Contractors to maintain project goals regarding cost, schedule, quality, etc.
• Use effective oral and written communication skills to effectively lead progress, project, safety, scheduling during construction progress meetings with client(s)
• Verify that the required material inspection and testing is performed and documented.
• Familiarity with Chicago area agencies and Municipalities such as IDOT, CDOT, and ISTHA.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5-8 years of construction management experience.
• Possession of a valid Illinois Professional Engineer License is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills as evidenced from experience in managing and settling contractor disputes.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely-related field
• Ability to work overtime, nights and weekends as needed.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

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Orion Engineers, PLLC is seeking a Staff Engineer to assist our Construction Engineering team in delivering engineering services on existing projects and pursue new opportunities. At Orion Engineers, you will have the opportunity to continue to hone your technical skills working on a wide variety of engineering projects while gaining broad exposure to project accounting, client service, marketing, and product and business development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Working with a dynamic team of engineers on a diverse range of projects, Staff Engineers at Orion assist the Construction team in working closely with clients, other consultants, and technical staff to ensure the successful completion of transportation/roadway-related projects for our clients. Specific tasks could include:

• Provide expert engineering advice and recommendations for construction projects
• Perform field tests, analysis, and design
• Prepare and present findings and recommendations to leadership
• Organize and direct site assessment
• Determine and obtain necessary compliance permits

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ of prior experience in Construction Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering/Construction Management from an ABET accredited institution
• Engineer In Training (EIT) Preferred
• Master’s Degree in Construction Management Desirable
• Ability to work independently and take initiative to perform tasks
• Valid Driver’s License

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