Job description
Orion Engineers, PLLC (Orion) is a civil/structural + construction engineering consulting firm and service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) based in the Midwest with significant experience providing high-quality engineering services to government and private clients throughout the nation. Originally formed in 2015, Orion was founded to make a difference to our employees, to our clients, and to our fellow military veterans who bravely served our country. Our dedication to our clients and providing quality services has been unwavering since our establishment and only continues to strengthen as we continue to grow our team
Orion Engineers, PLLC is seeking a Senior Transportation Engineer to assist our team in delivering engineering services on existing projects and pursuing new opportunities. At Orion, you will have the opportunity to continue to develop your technical skills while gaining broad exposure to project management, client service, marketing, and business development activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Working closely with a multi-disciplinary team, you will lead the development of reports and contract documents for various transportation-related infrastructure projects. This role requires understanding plan preparation, quantity calculations, technical reports, specifications, cost estimates, construction administration, and other related tasks. Activities will vary and could include:
QUALIFICATIONS
Orion Engineers, PLLC is seeking a Senior Transportation Engineer to assist our team in delivering engineering services on existing projects and pursuing new opportunities. At Orion, you will have the opportunity to continue to develop your technical skills while gaining broad exposure to project management, client service, marketing, and business development activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Working closely with a multi-disciplinary team, you will lead the development of reports and contract documents for various transportation-related infrastructure projects. This role requires understanding plan preparation, quantity calculations, technical reports, specifications, cost estimates, construction administration, and other related tasks. Activities will vary and could include:
- Analyze information and data to develop design concepts.
- Research design options and document findings.
- Prepare and review contract plans and specifications documents
- Assist in assuring the accuracy of engineering design and plans, quality presentation, thoroughness and completeness, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards.
- Research code requirements.
- Prepare environmental and other administrative reports required for project permits.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, establishing and building a professional network, and participating in professional societies.
- Assist with or participate in the preparation of business proposals.
- May be asked to participate in project site visits or field data collection on an as-needed basis.
- Effectively communicate to a wide range of professionals, inside and outside the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years experience in Phase ll design role.
- Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Understanding of IDOT and IL Tollway standard specifications for road and bridge construction.
- Experience with ProjectWise, Bentley CONNECT Edition, and/or OpenRoads Designer software
- Experience developing a Special Provisions Book
- Full understanding of how heavy highway contracts are written and built
- Possess strong decision making and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and take the initiative to perform tasks
- Valid Driver’s License
- Candidates with a broad civil, transportation and traffic engineering background are recommended.
Flexible work from home options available.
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