Engineering Review Specialist Job at Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. in Elgin

Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. (HLR) of Elgin, IL is looking to hire a full-time Engineering Review Specialist. Are you a professional who is ready to take your career to the next level in a rewarding environment with an established and respected firm that cares about the happiness and wellbeing of their employees? Do you want to work for a firm that works hard, has fun, and gives back? If so, please read on!

The Engineering Review Specialist position earns a competitive salary, depending on experience. We also offer health insurance (PPO and HSA), Dental Insurance, an employer health savings account (HSA) contribution, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 6% company match, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, a Lifestyle Spending account of up to $2,000, a student loan paydown, an employee assistance program (EAP), flexible hours, continuing education, professional license expense reimbursement, professional society/association membership dues, and opportunities for career growth. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!

About Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. (HLR)

Founded in 1965, Hampton, Lenzini and Renwick, Inc. (HLR) is a 100% employee-owned civil engineering firm headquartered in Elgin, IL with additional offices spanning across the state of Illinois. HLR is a leading provider of professional consulting engineering, environmental, and surveying services, serving public agencies and private-sector clients throughout the Midwest.

We believe that our team and award-winning Work Hard | Have Fun | Give Back® culture are what draw employees and clients to our firm and are proud to be named the number one 2024 A/E/C Employer of Choice® by PSMJ Resources, Inc., based on our workforce retention, productivity, and superior level of employee engagement. Additionally, HLR received the 2024 Premier Award for Client Satisfaction by PSMJ Resources, Inc. - the only award recognizing the A/E/C firms that deliver a truly exceptional client experience.

At HLR, our culture and team are paramount to our success. We've built an incredible atmosphere that attracts bright, driven, caring individuals who sincerely want to make a difference in the industry. We are truly a team in every sense: we're mentors and collaborators who believe in supporting one another as we work together to achieve our goals. We're passionate about employee development, evidenced by our Pathways to Success program - a specialized roadmap to career advancement - as well as the time and resources we dedicate to employee training and education. We challenge ourselves, celebrate accomplishments big and small, and focus on fostering a positive, synergetic environment where individuals can thrive professionally and personally. By joining our team, you are joining us on our mission to make a measurable impact in the communities which we live and work each and every day. Together, we can redefine excellence.

On any given day, you'll:

• Review engineering plans and permit materials for conformance with regulations, ordinances, and common engineering practices
• Review publicly available data and maps to build a better understanding of possible regulations and requirements.
• Provide review comments to plans, bid documents, reports, and/or studies as markups or written comments.
• Meet or coordinate with Client(s) remotely, in an office setting or on construction site regarding review comments, project needs, and submittal timelines.
• Meet with developer(s) remotely, in an office setting, or on construction site to resolve comments and regulation requirements
• Organize work and set priorities to meet project deadlines.
• Coordinate with department heads, project managers or other review specialist to meet project deadlines and objectives
• Assist in-house design and construction staff with internal improvements
• Assist department heads and project managers with development of review scopes of work, schedules and budgets
• Understand and follow safety guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) License in Illinois or equivalent experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Valid Drivers license with good driving record
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) certification, preferred.

Desired Skills and Experiences:

• Independent and self-motivated
• 5+ years of progressively more challenging assignments
• Experience on IDOT/ISTHA projects or equivalent.
• Experience reading and interpreting municipal, county, and state ordinances.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MicroStation

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time
• Ability to sit, walk, reach, crouch, bend, and walk or stand on uneven surfaces for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 30 lbs.
• Constant hand, finger, and arm use
• Constant computer screen exposure
• Prolonged reading

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

We offer competitive pay, great benefits, an open-door management style, a rewarding & fun work environment, and great work-life balance. We are proud to be named an Employer of Choice by PSMJ, based on our workforce retention, productivity, and superior level of employee engagement. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!