Civil Engineer II

Salary : $94,234.40 - $140,443.68 Annually

Location : 50 Raupp Blvd, Buffalo Grove

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 00073

Department : Public Works

Opening Date : 07 / 23 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 28 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

GENERAL DESRIPTION This position will primarily be responsible for the plan review and application of the Village's Development Ordinance to new developments and re-development projects. They will be responsible for the successful review and permitting of projects from initial planning to construction. Responsibilities will also include advanced civil engineering work for Public Works projects and the application of advanced engineering principles. Work is performed under the direction of the Village Engineer, who evaluates performance through periodic conferences and review of completed work products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Review of new development or redevelopment projects within the Village in accordance with the Village's Development Ordinance and all other local, state, and federal regulations
• Independently conducts major engineering research and computations related to development reviews involving water distribution system, sanitary sewer system, storm sewers and drainage facilities, streets and sidewalks; prepares reports and recommendations to the Village Engineer.
• Conducts research and compiles information relative to the maintenance, updating, and revision of engineering standards, regulations, and procedures to be incorporated into the Development Ordinance, standard operating procedures or department processes.
• Assess long-term impacts to Village systems (i.e. sanitary, bike path, major collector routes, drainage paths and detention basins restrictors) created by developments, capital improvements and other agency improvements.
• Coordinates the acquisition, tracking, and reduction of Letter-of-Credits (LOC's) for new development projects.
• Performs various engineering functions including review of plans, interpretation of maps, plats of survey, legal descriptions, and engineering elevation surveys.
• May perform subdivision construction management or engineering inspections for the Public Works Department during peak construction periods.
• Interprets engineering related regulations and procedures to developers, contractors, and the general public; investigates and makes recommendations relative to the solution of citizen complaints and work requests.
• Investigate resident concerns regarding private drainage matters. May facilitate a response on Village owned assets or coordinate neighborly problems regarding Illinois Drainage Law.
• Assist in the maintenance and advancement of the Department's mapping and GIS systems.
• Maintain Department database of plats, plans, specifications, ordinances, permits and other important documents.
• Capable of designing and preparing plans and specifications for public improvements such as roads, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, water mains and backyard drainage. Determines what improvements are needed. Evaluate impacts and potential solutions from a cost, maintenance and liability perspective.
• Attends occasional evening meetings of the Plan and Zoning Commission.
• May act as a liaison to community groups and other governmental agencies; schedule meetings, prepares agenda and packet materials; provides information as requested and prepares meeting minutes as needed.
• Performs related work as required or other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION The current salary range for this position is $94,234.40 - $140,443.68 Starting salary commensurate with experience.

Questions should be directed to Briget Schwab, Village Engineer at .

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply on-line at vbg.org. In addition to completing the on-line application, candidates must attach a cover letter and resume to their on-line application. Emailed, faxed, mailed or hand delivered applications and / or resumes will not be accepted. The position will remain open until filled, with the initial review of applicants expected to occur during the week of August 31, 2025.

The Village of Buffalo Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Village of Buffalo Grove provides a full benefits package to full-time employees including Medical, Dental, and Vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and additional voluntary retirement savings opportunities.

This position may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement after 6 months of employment.