Construction Engineer III

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. Our work environment is extraordinary, and being honored as one of the 2026 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Construction Engineer III to assist with projects located throughout IDOT District 2. The candidate selected for this position will report to job sites located throughout IDOT District 2 and will primarily assist with projects located in Ogle, Winnebago, or Boone counties in Illinois. The Engineer III will support the firm’s construction group on a variety of projects ranging from roadways and bridges to underground installation. Additionally, the candidate will be assisting with the firm’s design staff when required. The engineering position will also offer the opportunity to work directly with firm clients.

• →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 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.

• →Professional Engineering License required
• →5+ years of proven progressive experience in construction engineering
• →Experience working on IDOT or Illinois Tollway projects
• →Computer skills and mastery of proprietary software (IDOT CMMS program, ISTHA eBuilder, etc.)
• →Ability to travel throughout the IDOT District 2 area.

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