NORTHERN CONSTRUCTION QUALITY SPECIALIST - (CIVIL ENGINEER IV)

Job Requisition ID: 50955 IPR#25-00326
Closing Date: 11/04/2025
​Agency: Department of Transportation

Position Title: Civil Engineer IV 
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $6,281 Monthly; Full Range: $6,281 - $9,792 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

 

Why Work for Illinois?

 

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

 

Position Overview

 

This position is accountable for conducting on-site inspections and reviews of departmental compliance with relevant laws, policies, directives, and processes. The incumbent assists the Northern Construction Quality Engineer in assuring that construction inspection, documentation, and the quality of materials is in compliance with project requirements and departmental policies and procedures. Additionally, this position requires the ability to interpret contract language, plan documents, material designs and testing, and other relevant documents for state and federally funded projects.

Essential Functions

• Conducts on-site inspections and compliance reviews to ensure proper documentation and compliance with applicable rules and regulations pertaining to the delivery of the Highway Improvement Program.
• Develops and executes a variety of testing techniques to ensure the accuracy of payments to contractors and documents and reports results.
• Compiles information for Investigative Summary Reports to document adherence to applicable rules and regulations. Provides recommendations and submits the report to the Northern Construction Quality Engineer for processing.
• Conducts other departmental reviews as assigned including working on combination reviews with the Northern Construction Quality Engineer, Southern Construction
• Quality Engineer, and the Southern Construction Quality Specialist.
• Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules.  Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Illinois.
• Four years of experience in civil engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in transportation construction and material inspection.
• Experience with construction documentation.
• Ability to effectively create and maintain spreadsheets, databases, and documents.
• Ability to be keep sensitive information confidential.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid driver’s license.
• Considerable statewide travel which may include overnight stays.
• Successful completion of a background screening.

• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions containe