Assistant Village Engineer

This position is highly responsible for the professional, technical, supervisory, and administrative work in the Engineering Division of Public Works. This position provides direct support to the Village Engineer and assists in the supervision, coordination, and development of the Engineering Division staff.  

 The Assistant Village Engineer provides day-to-day technical support across both infrastructure engineering and development engineering review processes, with particular emphasis on stormwater management, drainage and regulatory compliance. The position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and exercise independent technical judgement on routine matters while escalating complex or high-impact issues to the Village Engineer. The Assistant Village Engineer reports to the Village Engineer and may provide day-to-day work directing to Village employees, seasonal employees, interns, and contracted employees assigned to specific projects.

• Serves as Village Engineer in their absence. Administers Department policies and procedures within the department. 
• Reviews plans, plats, drainage studies, stormwater reports, specifications, and supporting calculations submitted by developers, engineers, and architects for private developments for compliance with Village ordinances, development standards, and applicable codes; serves as the primary technical reviewer for routine and smaller-scale submittals and assists the Village Engineer on larger or more complex ones.
• Assists in the planning, evaluation, design review, and administration of public works improvement projects, including streets, water distribution, sanitary and storm sewer systems, sidewalks, and drainage structures; assists in preparation of the Village's long-range Capital Improvement Program (CIP), including project scheduling, cost estimating, and progress tracking.
• Prepares and reviews specifications, bid documents, and cost estimates for Village infrastructure projects; provides technical direction to consultants and staff during design and construction; provides review comments and correspondence for development submittals; tracks projects through bidding, review, and construction to ensure timely progress.
• Assists with and coordinates field inspections and construction observation on both public infrastructure projects and public improvements built as part of private developments, to verify conformance with approved plans, specifications, and Village standards prior to acceptance or final sign-off.
• Assists in the preparation and administration of State and Federal grant and loan programs, including the Village's Motor Fuel Tax (MFT) program; supports grant applications, funding agreements, documentation and reporting in accordance with applicable grant and loan requirements.
• Coordinates with utility companies and outside agencies (e.g., MWRD, Cook County Highway Department, Lake County DOT and Stormwater Management Commission, IDOT, IEPA, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) on infrastructure and development project matters.
• Serves as a liaison between the Engineering Division and other Village departments (e.g., Community Development/Planning & Zoning, Building & Code Enforcement, Fire Prevention, Water/Utility Operations), including participating in interdepartmental review meetings, to coordinate the progression of development and infrastructure projects through review, permitting, and inspection and to resolve scheduling or requirement conflicts.
• Monitors the status of employee assignments, consultant assignments, and construction projects. Implement corrective measures as required or necessary. 
• Provides supervisory oversight and management for engineering staff, including performance evaluations, disciplinary measures, work accuracy, and alignment with department and Village policies and practices. 
• Assists in preparing technical summaries and recommendations for the Village Engineer's presentations to the Plan and Zoning Commission and Village Board and may serve as a day-to-day point of contact for developers, contractors, and residents on routine engineering questions and Village procedures.
• Performs related work as required.

• Advanced knowledge of municipal engineering policies, procedures, codes, design standards, and construction methods, with demonstrated expertise in stormwater management and drainage design
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, bid documents, cost estimates, and technical calculations for municipal infrastructure projects and to manage projects from design through bidding and construction.
• Ability to plan, schedule, coordinate, and supervise multiple complex development reviews, capital improvement projects, and engineering programs. 
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other Village departments, subordinates, developers, contractors, consultants, residents, and governmental and regulatory agencies. 
• Thorough knowledge of other governmental or regulatory agencies ordinances and permitting requirements, such as MWRD, Cook County Highway Department, Lake County DOT and Storm Water Management Agency, US Army Corps of Engineers, USEPA, IEPA and IDOT. 
• Have a good reputation for and the ability to maintain confidentiality. 
• Be able to work hours as required, including attending meetings after hours. 
• Considerable skill in communication, interpersonal skills with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, etc., sufficient to exchange or convey information, receive work direction, and listen to the needs of others and respond with courtesy and professionalism. 
• Ability to perform the duties for the job in a timely manner and to meet scheduled deadlines. 
• Ability to organize, direct, review, and develop the work of others; provide clear technical guidance and accountability; and create an environment that encourages personal and professional growth, teamwork, and continuous improvements. 
• Knowledge of State and Federal funding and grant requirements and demonstrated ability to assist with obtaining, administering, and documenting grant-funded infrastructure projects, including compliance with applicable agency requirements.
• Professional Engineering License issued by the State of Illinois
• Valid driver's license 
• Bachelor's of Science degree in Civil Engineering
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Public Administration, or Business Administration is preferred.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in Civil Engineering, including experience in development review, stormwater/drainage design, and public infrastructure design and construction, with at least three (3) years of supervisory. responsibilities or a combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

The current salary range for this position is $112 209.76- $167 229.92. Starting salary commensurate with experience, but typically no higher than the mid-point of the range.

Questions should be directed to Briget Schwab Village Engineer at [email protected].

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply on-line at vbg.org. In addition to completing the on-line application, candidates must attach a cover letter and resume to their on-line application. Emailed, faxed, mailed or hand delivered applications and/or resumes will not be accepted. The position will remain open until filled, with the initial review of applicants expected to occur during the week of October 1, 2026.

The Village of Buffalo Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer.