Senior Highway Engineer

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      "text": "Responsibilities",
      "content": "\n<li>Lead the planning, design, and delivery of IDOT and local agency roadway projects, including horizontal/vertical alignments, cross sections, geometrics, drainage, pavement design, and traffic signal modernization</li>\n<li>Prepare and review Phase I and II engineering deliverables, including design reports, plan sets, cost estimates, and specifications in compliance with IDOT, FHWA, AASHTO, and MUTCD standards</li>\n<li>Develop traffic control and staging plans, MOT, and complete streets elements, incorporating ADA and context-sensitive design</li>\n<li>Coordinate with internal teams (survey, structures, construction, MEP, GIS) and external subconsultants to deliver fully integrated solutions</li>\n<li>Mentor junior engineers and participate in internal QA/QC and project reviews</li>\n<li>Assist in developing and submitting documentation to expand IDOT and INDOT prequalifications, including resumes, project data, and technical narratives</li>\n<li>Serve as a client-facing representative, attending meetings and maintaining strong communication with IDOT, Tollway, and municipal stakeholders</li>\n<li>Use software tools including Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, Geopak, AutoTURN, HCS/Synchro, and support integration of emerging technologies (e.g., drone surveys, GIS)</li>\n<li>Support strategic business development efforts and assist in teaming, pursuit decisions, and proposal development</li>\n<li>Participate in professional organizations (ASCE, ITE, ACEC, etc.) and represent Valdes at industry events and conferences</li>\n"
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      "text": "Qualifications",
      "content": "\n<li>Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field</li>\n<li>Licensed PE in Illinois (required)</li>\n<li>Indiana PE preferred, or willingness to obtain within 12 months</li>\n<li>5+ years of progressive experience in highway and roadway planning and design</li>\n<li>Deep knowledge of IDOT and FHWA standards and processes</li>\n<li>Proficiency with relevant design software (Civil 3D, OpenRoads, etc.)</li>\n<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>\n<li>Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate across departments.</li>\n<li>Experience with INDOT, Tollway, or municipal DOT projects</li>\n<li>Familiarity with IDOT BDE, BLRS, and Phase I/II documentation requirements</li>\n<li>Experience in traffic studies, permitting, or environmental documentation</li>\n<li>Involvement in professional associations and industry networking</li>\n<li>Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills</li>\n<li>Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future</li>\n"
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