Construction Engineer I

POSITION: Construction Engineer I

POSTION LOCATION: Crystal Lake, IL

POSITION SUMMARY:

Experienced professionals and recent graduates alike encounter more than just a job at Baxter & Woodman - they discover a lasting, rewarding career with a recognized leader in technology and innovation. Baxter & Woodman offers an exceptional work environment. Named a 2022 Zweig Best Firms To Work For means we appreciate and value our staff, providing them with a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible work schedules, an outstanding 401K match, and more.

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Construction Engineer I in our Crystal Lake, IL office. The Engineer I will support the firm's construction group on a variety of projects ranging from roadways and bridges to underground installation and infrastructure construction. The Engineer I position will also offer the opportunity to work directly with firm clients and assist with design of projects. We are looking for a candidate in pursuit of or with ambitions to obtain their Professional Engineering license.

POSITION DUTIES:

• Conduct on-site observation of work, repairs, and tests as needed.
• Coordinate construction activities with clients, inspectors, contractors and public agencies.
• Endeavor to provide protection for owner against defects and deficiencies in the work.
• Serve as liaison with contractor.
• Maintain job site records of daily reports, job meeting minutes, approved drawings, and pay requests.
• Observe, measure and document construction activities.
• Maintain a daily log of construction activities.
• Monitor progress schedule and shop drawing log.
• Review pay requests and verify completed work.
• Detailed designs as required by workload.
• General civil engineering and client service.
• Assist with design of future projects during off season.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• B.S. degree in Civil/Construction Engineering from an accredited program with an emphasis in Construction Engineering preferred.
• 1+ Year's relevant experience preferred.
• E.I.T (Engineer in Training) certification preferred.
• Effective communication, both oral and written.
• Ability to travel throughout Chicagoland area (own transportation).
• Work in a team environment.
• Strong written, verbal, computer and organizational skills.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - affirmative action - M/F/Vet/Disability