Chicago Department of Water Management - Force Account Close-Out Technician at MacKay Sposito – Chicago, Illinois

MacKay Sposito is seeking a Force Account Close-Out Technician who will be aligned with the Chicago Department of Water Management’s PMO Force Account and will provide support for their projects.

The primary responsibility of the position is to analyze project costs and produce closeout documentation for Force Account projects funded by external parties (private developers, private utilities, public agencies, etc.). This engineer will gather, review, analyze, and submit closeout documentation to the DWM such that the City is reimbursed accurately and in a timely manner.

Excellent writing and verbal communication skills are necessary since a significant portion of the position involves formal letter writing, emailing, meetings, and phone conversations with other program staff members, various City staff, and private property/utility owners. The position is deadline-driven and requires a high degree of organization to review multiple projects simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gather and analyze project information, including timesheets, foreman reports, as-builts, etc.
• Examine as-built plans for consistency with project cost
• Coordinate with Force Account Design Engineers and Construction Inspectors to verify projects were constructed according to plan
• Generate professional correspondence on behalf of the DWM to external agencies
• Assemble proper documentation, reports, as-builts, and closeout analysis for DWM’s review
• Organize project information and files with thorough and consistent documentation habits
• Assist with project status tracking in Excel and Access databases
• Extract information from Primavera P6 software

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (e.g., Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field) or equivalent experience.
• Alternatively, a degree in a closely related discipline, such as Construction Management or Project Management, may be considered, especially with relevant experience
• Experience in project cost analysis, budgeting, or financial tracking of engineering or construction projects
• Familiarity with utility infrastructure projects (water, sewer, or public works systems preferred)
• Experience reviewing and interpreting as-built plans, engineering drawings, and construction documentation
• Background in project closeout processes, documentation preparation, or reimbursement tracking

Preferred qualifications:

• Working knowledge of ArcGIS®
• Working knowledge of PMIS systems including Orion and EBuilder
• Engineering experience with utility infrastructure work
• Proficiency with Microsoft tools, including MSWord, Outlook, Excel, and Access

Why join the MacKay Sposito team?

• A people-first culture - We are dedicated to our employees and their families. We want to do what’s best for them, and their well-being helps drive our business decisions.
• An excellent reputation - Through our 50-year history, MacKay Sposito has built and maintained an excellent reputation in our community, and with our clients and business partners. You’ll be joining a team with a strong foundation and reputation that you can be proud to be part of.
• A focus on community - MacKay Sposito and our employees believe in giving back to the communities we serve. As a firm, we support several local organizations focusing on community pillars surrounding veterans and the youth. Our team members serve in volunteer positions as commissioners, committee and board members, youth coaches, and participate across a broad range of initiatives.

Our Values:
At MacKay Sposito, we’re serious about our work, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We have a unique and diverse mix of employees who enjoy each other’s company. In addition to having first-rate technical skills, we search out people who are friendly, honest and dedicated to their work. We know work isn't only about who you work for, it is also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate to make great things possible.

We believe firmly in the principle of constructive candor – always telling the client everything they need to know to make fully informed decisions. By creating a positive, committed and supportive environment, we’re able to challenge our people to be the best that they can be, and to celebrate every success.

Who We Are:
With more than 50 years of experience, MacKay Sposito is a multidisciplinary firm based in Vancouver, Washington, specializing in public works, energy, and land development. Our passionate team focuses on building lasting relationships through quality work, creative design, and collaboration. We offer civil engineering, land surveying, environmental science and permitting, landscape architecture, and construction management and inspection services. With the addition of our subsidiary, Riparia Environmental, we now deliver a full suite of services from design and engineering to maintenance and environmental compliance. Together, we balance development with environmental stewardship and sustainability.

We encourage you to ask around about us. Do some digging. We’re confident that you’ll want to learn more. And we look forward to talking with you about a future with MacKay Sposito.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations.

The annual wage range for this position is $60,000 - $80,000, depending on experience.

Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefit package including access to our company-sponsored Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option), Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. We also offer 100% company paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match. Additionally, employees also receive paid vacation time, paid sick time, and 11 paid holidays and are able to participate in employee ownership options. MacKay Sposito pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual performance bonuses.

Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

As a federal Contractor we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Open until filled.