Design engineer Jobs in Chicago il

Overview

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Gannett Fleming TranSystems is currently seeking a Design Engineer to join our Lisle, IL office. The candidate will be responsible for managing the design of several transportation projects to take place on the Illinois Tollway system. The successful candidate will have a diverse background in transportation engineering and be capable of coordinating with multiple entities on various concurrent transportation design projects.

Primary Responsibilities (others may be included) :

• Perform as a Design Engineer for the Central Tri-State Corridor.
• Provide in-depth quality assurance reviews and analysis of Contract Documents to ensure that plans and specifications are clear and communicate to Tollway issues that may result in potential delays or claims during construction.
• Oversee communication between design and construction.
• Monitor and track schedules, budgets, and performance.
• Oversee and initiate Contract Packaging strategy to provide the Tollway with the most cost efficient and timely delivery of construction contracts.
• Provide coordination of environmental management, permits, and regulatory agencies.
• Manage unbundling of construction contracts when possible to strengthen small business and diversity.
• Perform quality assurance for structural components throughout the corridor.
• Identify, track, compile and present lessons learned from projects throughout the corridor to improve the quality and value of future work.

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Featured Benefits :

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. Gannett Fleming TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.

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