Transportation Construction Engineer

Company: Valdes Architecture & Engineering
Location: Lombard
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Responsibilities Field inspection, material testing and documentation of construction engineering projects Manage and assist with field inspection, project documentation, calculations, and project stakeholders Interpret various plans, specifications, contract documents, construction manuals, design manuals, regulations and guidelines for the widely varying field conditions in construction Ensure compliance with contract plans and specifications Effectively communicates with team members, clients, contractors, and project stakeholders Work 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 Monitor progress schedule and shop drawing log Create pay estimates and verify completed work General civil engineering and client service Assist with design of future projects during off season as needed Perform work duties safely and always consider the safety of the motoring public Qualifications Bachelor degree in Engineering or related field is required Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification or PE is a plus IDOT Documentation Control Certification, or willing to obtain certification 2 years related experience in construction inspection of civil/structural facility elements is required Ability to read and interpret contract documents and construction plans IDOT, CDOT and/or Illinois Tollway experience preferred Familiarity with e-builder, ICORS and Microsoft Office Suite Ability to drive to the construction site Strong time management and attention to details Excellent organizational skills Willingness to train in OSHA, CPR and other mandated training classes Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future $65,000 - $125,000 a year Salaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise. Salaries are subject to fluctuation outside of the given range. The indicated range is not a commitment and meant as a guideline. All compensation, exempt or non-exempt status, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Keywords: Valdes Architecture & Engineering, Chicago , Transportation Construction Engineer, Engineering , Lombard, Illinois