COORDINATING ENGINEER I

Job Description - COORDINATING ENGINEER I (416123)

Job Description

COORDINATING ENGINEER I

Job Number:

416123

Description

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

COORDINATING ENGINEER I, GY12

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT

Bureau of Engineering Services

Number of Positions: 1

(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)

Starting Salary: $119,472.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on August 10, 2026.

Under direction, the class coordinates and supervises the work of an engineering section responsible for the planning, design and monitoring of construction on facilities infrastructure and building projects, or functions as a project manager for a major engineering project of considerable scope and complexity; and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Directs the conduct of field surveys to identify conditions that may impact the scope of proposed construction, repair and maintenance projects
• Meets with engineers and consultants to determine scope, costs, design criteria and specifications for projects such as runways, streets, water, sewer, airport and related systems and facilities.
• Supervises staff and oversees engineering consultants functioning as design and resident engineers ensuring work is completed according to contract specifications and project timelines.
• Interprets design plans and specifications to contractors and assists in resolving design and construction problems.
• Directs the preparation of project status and cost reports to management and funding agencies.
• Monitors projects assigned to staff and consultant engineers ensuring projects comply with engineering specifications, are completed on schedule and are within budget.
• Directs the approval of partial and final payments to contractors.
• Authorizes design plans, contract documents, cost estimates and engineering calculations for construction or rehabilitation projects.
• Assists supervisory staff in resolving complex engineering design and construction problems.
• Reviews and approves plan changes and contract modifications submitted by engineering staff.
• Assigns various projects to staff and reviews and evaluates their performance.
• Represents City at community meetings and to businesses affected by development projects.
• Develop and deliver training programs to educate staff about compliance requirements and standards.
• Oversee the application, renewal, and management of NPDES permits; ensure timely reporting and compliance with permit conditions.
• Work closely with design and operations teams to ensure regulatory compliance is maintained throughout all stages of projects.
• Prepare and present regular reports on the status of compliance activities and initiatives.

Additional duties may be required for this position

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM CAREER SERVICE

Qualifications

Location: 1000 East Ohio

Days: Monday through Friday

Hours: 8:00 am. - 4:00 p.m.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, plus five (5) years of work experience in the planning, design, and construction management of engineering projects, of which three (3) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position, OR

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree or higher in Engineering, plus four (4) years of work experience in the planning, design, and construction management of engineering projects, of which three (3) years are in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position.

NOTE:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (R.P.E.) is required.
• At the time of employment, positions must have obtained Registration as a Professional Engineer (R.P.E.) in the State of Illinois.
• Some positions may require a valid State of Illinois driver's license.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: This position requires an applicant to successfully complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices click here.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

The City of Chicago is committed to providing fair chance hiring and welcomes applicants with past convictions, recognizing the value of a diverse workforce and the potential for growth and positive change.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor

Job Posting

: Jul 27, 2026, 10:30:00 AM |

Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External

: Aug 11, 2026, 10:29:00 AM

BU: 20 | Salary: $119,472.00

Pay Basis

:Yearly