ASSOCIATE COST EVALUATION TECHNICIAN (ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II)

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Job Requisition ID: 59410 IPR #2026-01851
Opening Date: 10/13/2026
Closing Date: 10/27/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Engineering Technician II 
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $3,432 Monthly; Full Range: $3,432 - $6,037 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters
Work Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 2 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Work Location: 2300 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, Illinois, 62764
Work County: Sangamon

Work Office: Office of Highways and Intermodal Project Implementation / Bureau of Bridges and Structures

Agency Contact: DOT.CONTACTHR@ILLINOIS.GOV

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.  All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

  

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

This position is accountable for coordinating contracts prior to advertisement for bids, assisting in the development of cost and time estimates for bridge and structure projects, and evaluating contractor submitted bids in comparison to the official state estimate. This position also assists with the development of annual bridge cost reports for the department.

 

Essential Functions

  • Receives, organizes, and distributes bridge contract plans prior to advertisement for bids.
  • Assists in the development of timely and accurate official state estimates to be utilized for the award ability of contractors’ bids.
  • Develops cost and time estimates prior to advertisement for contractor bids.
  • Reviews contract bids and evaluates discrepancies between contractor bids and department estimates.
  • Assists in the development of annual bridge cost reports for the department.
  • Ensures complete and accurate reports and statistical tabulations of pay item costs as scheduled or requested.
  • Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules. Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.