Position: Construction Technician

Location: Peoria, IL

Job Id: 2519

# of Openings: 1

Join us and grow your career with a certified Great Place to Work for the last nine 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 Construction Technician in our Bloomington, Champaign or Peoria, IL offices. Qualified candidates will perform construction engineering services in Central Illinois. You will have an opportunity to work in the field on Municipal Water and Wastewater projects.

Job Activities:

• Visits construction sites to provide quality control on construction project by ensuring plans and specifications are being adhered to by contractors and follow local/state regulations

• Review plans on constructability in conjunction with the engineers and project managers

• Performs quality control reviews of design documents, including plans and specifications, within the area of expertise

• Attends meetings with clients and project manager to convey and/or receive information

• Monitors contractor construction schedules to ensure projects are completed within established timelines

• Observes testing required by contract documents to record and prepare reports

• Prepares written materials to document activities, providing written reference and/or conveying information

Specific Requirements include:

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Civil Engineering Technology or related field desired.

• Minimum of 5 years or equivalent of related experience

• Valid Driver’s License

• Ability to read and comprehend civil engineering drawings and specifications

• General familiarity with IDOT specifications

• Ability to compute basic quantities for constructed components of a project

• Basic survey capabilities with robotic and GPS survey equipment

• Basic understanding of AutoCAD, Civil3D, a plus

• Skills with documentation requirements and inspection procedures

• This position typically has work that is performed in both an office environment and in the field on construction site

• Must be willing to work outside in various weather conditions

• Some daily travel will be required

• Work requires lifting, stooping, bending, stretching, walking, standing, climbing, pushing, pulling, and other physical exertion

• Able to develop relationships and communicate with clients

• Able to work on several multi-discipline projects

• Encourages and supports a safety-oriented culture

  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 nine 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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