Construction Engineer III

Overview

Construction Engineer III role at Baxter & Woodman, Chicago or Naperville, IL.

Why Baxter & Woodman

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. The firm is recognized as one of the 2025 Zweig Best Firms to Work For, reflecting appreciation for our staff.

Role and impact

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Construction Engineer III in our Chicago or Naperville, IL office. The Engineer III will support the firm’s construction group on a variety of projects ranging from roadways and bridges to underground installation and treatment plant construction. The candidate will also assist with the firm’s design staff when required and may work directly with firm clients.

Responsibilities

• 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 the 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.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Education

• B.S. degree in Civil/Construction Engineering from an accredited program with an emphasis in construction engineering preferred

Must-have Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License required
• 5+ years of proven progressive experience in construction engineering
• Experience working on IDOT or Illinois Tollway projects
• Chicago DOT and METRA construction experience desirable
• Computer skills and mastery of proprietary software (IDOT CMMS program, ISTHA eBuilder, etc.)

Compensation

The pay range for this role is $90,000 - $110,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

Benefits and Team Culture

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Financial planning program
• Life and disability insurance
• Tax savings plans
• Coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave
• Flexible work arrangements, including option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules
• 401k plans with expert financial advisors
• Employee Stock Ownership Program

Equal Opportunity

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Strategy/Planning and Information Technology
• Industries: Civil Engineering