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Farnsworth Group Civil Engineer/Project Manager - Telecommunications in Lisle, Illinois
Position: Civil Engineer/Project Manager - Telecommunications
Location: Lisle, IL
Job Id: 2201
# of Openings: 1
Join us and grow your career with a certified Great Place to Work for the last eight years running. We are a team of Engineers, Architects, Surveyors and Scientists committed to making meaningful contributions to the world around us. Our quest for excellence goes beyond the ordinary; we seek extraordinary people who want to showcase their talents and join us in making a difference for our clients and communities. You will be part of a collaborative group that champions your career and passions, embraces challenges, understands the importance of work-life balance, and shares our commitment in making a positive impact through your work.
Farnsworth Group is seeking a Civil Engineer/Project Manager - Telecommunications in our Lisle, IL; Peoria, IL; St. Louis, MO; Frisco, TX or Austin, TX offices. Qualified candidates will work with our Energy & Utility Group as a part of the Telecommunications Team in the planning, drafting, design, permitting and construction administration of telecommunications and utility projects.
Job Activities:
Review roadway plans to identify conflicts with existing utilities
Design civil relocation plans for telecommunications and other utility projects using MicroStation, AutoCAD, or other design software
Plan and oversee work production to meet project deadlines and budgets
Technical oversight, training and mentoring of less experienced staff
Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously and coordinate efforts with support groups ensuring a quality, on-time product for our clients, and financially successful projects
Review projects for accuracy, quality, and adherence to client specifications
Provide direction and support for permit plans and work prints drafted in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Bluebeam, etc.
Provide office support for site visits and participate in site visits which may include overnight travel
Specific Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
4+ years of engineering experience
Experience with AutoCAD or MicroStation
Experience in utility relocation design, utility coordination, or roadway design
Positive work ethic and excellent communication skills
Ability to effectively manage time while working on several projects concurrently
Desired Skills:
Professional Engineering (PE) license or ability to obtain within one year
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or 2+years of project management experience
Experience on telecommunications relocation projects
Experience submitting and tracking permits (DOT, municipal, USACE, etc.) for utility projects
About Farnsworth Group
Farnsworth Group is an award winning, employee-owned engineering, architecture, and surveying firm with more than 500 employees located in nearly 30 offices nationwide. We are ranked among the nation’s top design firms with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is the direct result of our talented people, unwavering passion, and exceptional performance. Together, we collaborate with clients to define what matters most to them and strive to move them forward with proven solutions. We do this by focusing on our mission that centers on championing our clients’ successes, advancing our communities, and embracing the challenges of a changing world.
A Great Place to Work Certified
For eight consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the esteemed certification as a Great Place to Work; our employees are the reason why! Annually, our staff engages in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization that delves into employee perceptions about credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. Those results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only those top performers gain the Great Place to Work certification. The invaluable insights from the survey have played a pivotal role in further shaping our work environment and fostering a culture to make Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.
Featured benefits and perks include:
401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Short & Long-Term Disability
Maternity and Paternity Leave
Professional Development and Training
Mentoring Program
Paid Time Off
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Pet Insurance Plan
Hybrid Work Program
Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are an important aspect in the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the culture and success of the Company.
Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:
Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.
Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.
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