Construction Engineer I

Baxter & Woodman

. Support the construction group on projects involving roadways, bridges, underground installation, and infrastructure construction .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeCrystal Lake • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in civil engineering principles and construction project management, with a focus on roadway and infrastructure construction. Proficient in coordinating with various stakeholders and maintaining comprehensive project documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

B.S. Degree In Civil EngineeringE.I.T. CertificationConstruction Project CoordinationOn-Site ObservationDocumentation And Reporting

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Hard Skills

Civil EngineeringConstruction ManagementDesign PreparationProject DocumentationProgress Monitoring

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

E.I.T. CertificationProfessional Engineering License (Pursuit)

Industry Keywords

Roadway ConstructionBridge ConstructionUnderground InstallationInfrastructure ConstructionClient Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the construction group on projects involving roadways, bridges, underground installation, and infrastructure construction
Conduct on-site observation of work, repairs, and tests
Coordinate construction activities with clients, inspectors, contractors, and public agencies
Protect the owner against defects and deficiencies in the work
Serve as liaison with the contractor
Maintain job site records, daily reports, meeting minutes, approved drawings, and pay requests
Observe, measure, and document construction activities
Maintain a daily log of construction activities
Monitor progress schedules and shop drawing logs
Review pay requests and verify completed work
Prepare detailed designs as required by workload
Perform general civil engineering and client service
Assist with design of future projects during the off season
Perform other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree in Civil or Construction Engineering
Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s service area
Own transportation
Ability to independently handle a variety of ongoing tasks and responsibilities
Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills
E.I.T. (Engineer in Training) certification preferred
Pursuit of or ambitions to obtain a Professional Engineering license

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Employee Assistance Program
Dedicated benefit advisors
Financial planning program
Life and disability insurance
Tax savings plans
Accident and cancer coverage
Generous paid time off
Paid holidays
Parental leave
Flexible work arrangements
Option to work from home on half Fridays
Varied schedules
401k plans with expert financial advisors
Employee Stock Ownership program