About the Role

Infrastructure Engineering Inc. (IEI)  Chicago office is looking for a  Field Engineer (Transit)  to join our Team! We are a leading engineering firm known for quality, responsiveness, and a proven track record of success as a civil engineering firm. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Field Engineer  to join our growing team on a major rail transit construction project. This role will work closely with the Field Operations Manager. The  Field Engineer - Transit  you will support day-to-day construction oversight in the field, assist with documentation, coordination, and quality assurance, and play a key role in delivering complex infrastructure safely and efficiently. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to build a company based on Integrity, Excellence, and Ingenuity! Essential Duties/Functions and Responsibilities Monitor and document contractor work and existing infrastructure status to ensure compliance with contract documents. Verify work is being installed meeting Quality Requirements of Specifications, Plans, and Standards. Attend the required training and maintain current training as required. Identify problems in the field in advance and report them to the supervisor in a timely manner. Recommend solutions to design, construction, and project related problems. Track daily progress, maintain field logs, take progress photos, and submit Daily Inspection Reports via email or Trimble as required. Verify that the contractor is performing the required testing and inspection of the work and materials being placed. Assist with project administration. Prioritize safety procedures and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Review shop drawings and schedules for constructability. Be familiar with project RFIs, Submittals, and other relevant documents. Track work on Time & Material basis (T&M) if required. Support coordination of third-party utility work, flagging, and shutdown activities. Able to work in a collaborative and mission-driven team environment with growth opportunities. Participate in field meetings, site walks, and assist in coordinating with stakeholders and internal teams. Help maintain records for potential change orders, claims, and as-built documentation. Work on-site or at the project field office. On-site work might include night and weekend work as required for short or extended periods of time. Demonstrate positive work attitude and behaviors. To Be Successful You will bring your A-game every day and come ready to provide leadership and collaboration and create a dynamic environment for your team! To join IEI's team and take on this role, you will have the following qualifications: Must have 3-5 years of experience in construction including transit, support of excavation, utilities, roadway, highway and/or bridge construction experience. Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering is preferred. Familiarity with reading and interpreting construction plans, specifications, and submittals is required . Transit or infrastructure project experience is preferred . A Valid Drivers’ License is required. A personal vehicle to travel to the project different site locations may be required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams); and basic knowledge of project management or field reporting software [ (formerly e-Builder ), Share Point, and Bluebeam] is required . Erosion Control Certification and/or OSHA-30 a plus. Benefits and Perks Highly competitive salary; and Bonus opportunities Flexible Work Schedule Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Personal Paid Leave (Paid Time-Off) Paid Holidays Life Insurance Short and Long-term Disability Program 401K Program with Employer Match Profit Sharing Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Program Employee Appreciation Program IEI University An opportunity to learn and grow - Professional Development Program Opportunity to share ideas and express your point of view You are welcome to be your authentic self Philanthropic Outreach and Volunteer Opportunities Physical Demands The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; climb; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Working Conditions IEI will provide a company vehicle for fieldwork with acceptable driver's record. Must be physically capable of walking and moving about on the construction sites, have good hand-eye coordination, and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds. Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions or in-progress construction hazards: fumes, toxic chemicals, risk of electric shock, and vibration. Often works around dust, asphalt, and concrete. Sometimes needs to put in extra hours, including weekends, to keep up with intense construction work at times and deal with unexpected situations and accidents. Spends some time working indoors to review blueprints and write reports. Usually works a standard 40-hour workweek either daytime or nighttime. Usually works in outside weather conditions. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work outdoors in various weather conditions, possibly for an extended period depending on the assignment type. Pay Range: $30 - $50 per hour