Staff Field Civil Engineer - Transportation (Chicago)
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SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationMultiple Locations
Also inChicago, IL
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience3+ yrs
DepartmentEngineering
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live2d ago
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Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or related degree, from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of civil engineering experience, consulting preferred
Bachelor’s degree in civil or related engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of civil engineering experience, consulting preferred
Excellent written & verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience at managing field engineering tasks as related to implementation of transportation and civil site design in the field
Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment and interact with multiple entities on a management level including the contractor, owner, utility entities and commercial/residential stakeholders
Must be self-starter capable of devising new approaches to encountered problems
Valid driver's license required
Preferred experience with IDOT, Illinois Tollway, CDOT or CTA, but other relevant experience will be considered
Tracking toward a PE license is a plus
Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy
About the company
Founded in 1898, Burns & McDonnell is an award-winning engineering, architectural, construction, environmental and consulting services firm. We are 100% employee-owned, with regional and project offices nationwide. Burns & McDonnell plans, designs, constructs and manages projects all over the world with one mission in mind- to make our clients successful.
About the role
Burns & McDonnell has an exciting opportunity based out of our Chicago Office for a Field Civil Engineer. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work on construction projects supporting our Transportation group. Most of the project work would be construction management as an owner representative for clients such as IDOT, the Illinois Tollway, and CDOT. There will also be project work opportunities for alternate delivery construction managing civil site construction elements on larger projects. Transportation projects could include rural roadway, expressways and bridges. Civil site work could include power plants, substations and a multitude of facility work.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
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Ensure the work of the Contractor is built to the plans and specifications of the contract documents.
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Identify and inform the project engineer or supervisor of observed problems and issues.
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Field measurements & documentation of pay quantities.
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Generate daily activity reports describing progress of the work.
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Assists the Resident Engineer with construction contract administration matters.
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Reviews shop drawings, submittals, plans, specifications, estimates, and change order requests.
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Expected to work at project field offices or on site at the project.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or related degree, from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of civil engineering experience, consulting preferred or a bachelor’s degree in civil or related engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of civil engineering experience, consulting preferred.
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Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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This position would require experience at managing field engineering tasks as related to implementation of transportation and civil site design in the field.
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The ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment and interact with multiple entities on a management level including the contractor, owner, utility entities and commercial/residential stakeholders is a must.
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Preferred experience with IDOT, Illinois Tollway, CDOT or CTA, but other relevant experience will be considered.
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Must be self-starter capable of devising new approaches to encountered problems.
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Tracking toward a PE license is a plus.
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Valid driver’s license required.
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In addition, must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company’s vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.
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EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Burns & McDonnell is making the world a better place every day. When we take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, we’re putting the industry’s best thinking to work, striving to create amazing success for our clients and amazing careers for our employee-owners. Our staff of more than 7,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and business professionals is constantly growing.
We have offices and projects across the U.S. and around the globe. We are proud to rank among FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our culture, powered by 100% employee ownership, plays a major role in getting us there. Each employee brings a high level of commitment to every project. Clients have shown their appreciation of this dedication, rewarding us with a 90% repeat business rate and decades-long partnerships. That’s pretty cool for a firm that started as a small engineering consulting shop back in 1898.
At Burns & McDonnell, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference while fulfilling your personal and professional ambitions. Our entrepreneurial culture lets you guide your destiny and shape the path your career travels. And with hundreds of service specialties, your career and development options are endless.
Are you ready to create amazing?
Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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