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Baxter & Woodman

Baxter & Woodman, Inc. is a consulting engineering firm founded in 1946, providing technology and engineering services to municipalities, state agencies, and sanitary districts across Florida, Illinois, Texas, and Wisconsin. With a team of over 450 professionals, the company focuses on sustainable solutions that protect natural resources and meet client performance expectations. Recognized among the top firms in the Architectural, Engineering, and Construction sectors, Baxter & Woodman is dedicated to building community value through innovative planning, design, and construction administration.

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 Your Future Position:
 
 Talent Acquisition Specialist
 
 
 
 Job Location:
 
 Bannockburn, Crystal Lake, or Naperville, IL
 
 
 
 Why you should join our team! Why Baxter &amp; Woodman?
 
 
 
 At Baxter &amp; Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the
 
 2026 Zweig Best Firms to
 
 Work
 
 For
 
 exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.
 
 
 
 About The Role, Your Impact
 
 
 
 Baxter and Woodman, Inc. has an exciting opportunity for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Human Resources team in our Bannockburn, Crystal Lake, or Naperville, IL offices. The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for executing full-cycle recruitment strategies to attract, engage, and hire top talent across the organization. This role partners closely with hiring managers, HR leadership, and external partners to ensure a seamless hiring process and a positive candidate experience from sourcing through onboarding. If you're passionate about providing exceptional service, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy being part of a supportive team, we invite you to join us!
 
 
 
 What Your Day-to-day Will Look Like
 
 
 
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 Manages full-cycle recruiting for assigned roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and coordinating the selection process.
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 Partners with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, develop job descriptions, and create effective recruitment strategies.
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 Sources candidates using a mix of traditional and innovative methods, including job boards, social media, networking, employee referrals, career fairs, and community partnerships.
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 Uses the applicant tracking system (ATS) to identify and engage passive candidates for open roles.
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 Conducts initial candidate assessments to evaluate qualifications, experience, and cultural alignment.
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 Coordinates interview scheduling, hiring team communication, and candidate follow-up to ensure a smooth process.
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 Maintains accurate and compliant candidate records within the applicant tracking system (ATS).
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 Builds and maintains talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill roles.
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 Collaborates with external staffing agencies and recruitment vendors as needed.
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 Supports the offer process by preparing offer letters and communicating compensation, benefits, and employment terms.
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 Coordinates pre-employment screenings, including background checks.
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 Ensures recruiting practices comply with federal and state employment laws, including EEO and affirmative action requirements.
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 Assists with employer branding initiatives and recruitment marketing campaigns to enhance visibility and attract high-quality candidates.
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 Provides data and insights on recruiting metrics, trends, and opportunities for process improvement.
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 Supports HR projects and initiatives related to talent acquisition and workforce planning.
 
 
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 Education Requirement
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or Behavior Sciences.
 
 
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 Must-haves, What You Will Bring
 
 
 
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 2+ years of full cycle recruitment experience.
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 Ability to travel to Baxter &amp; Woodman&rsquo;s regional office locations required (own transportation).
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 Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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 Effective oral and written communication skills.
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 Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of human resources work.
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 Ability to work independently or with a team.
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 Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
 
 
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 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Familiarity with ClearCo Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
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 Familiarity with the A/E/C Industry
 
 
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 Compensation:
 
 The pay range for this role is $57,000-$70,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.
 
 
 
 You matter! Our outstanding benefits -
 
 At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home and/or work a flexible schedule for eligible positions. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.
 
 
 
 Baxter &amp; Woodman is an equal opportunity- affirmative action - Vet/Disability employer
 
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Talent Acquisition Specialist

<div>Your future position: Transportation Engineer III
Choose your location: Peoria Heights, IL
Why you should join our team! Why Baxter &amp; Woodman?
At Baxter &amp; Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2025 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.
About the role, Your Impact
Baxter &amp; Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Transportation Engineer III in our Peoria, IL office. This position will primarily consist of design engineering efforts on a variety of transportation projects and field presence for State, County, and Local Agencies. This team-orientated position will include working with Baxter &amp; Woodman&rsquo;s diverse disciplines and offices within the transportation and construction fields.
What your day-to-day will look like
<ul><li>Manage/Complete engineering plans and specifications production using IDOT Standards.</li>
<li>Complete Federal Aid projects for a variety of clients.</li>
<li>Lead a variety of projects and study types including roadway, underground utility, drainage, traffic, and infrastructure improvements.</li>
<li>Complete general civil engineering services for municipal, county and state clients.</li>
<li>Assist with business development and client management opportunities for transportation and infrastructure projects is preferred but not required.</li>
<li>Coordinate construction activities with clients, inspectors, contractors and public agencies.</li>
<li>Conduct on-site observation of work, repairs, and tests as needed.</li>
</ul>
Education/Certification Requirements
<ul><li>B.S. degree in Civil Engineering</li>
<li>Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois (or ability to acquire within 6 mos.)</li>
</ul>
Must-haves, what you will bring
<ul><li>5+ years of relevant experience with municipal or highway agency transportation projects.</li>
<li>Knowledge of OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D, Civil 3D.</li>
<li>Ability to travel throughout Baxter &amp; Woodman&rsquo;s service area (own transportation).</li>
<li>Ability to independently handle a variety of ongoing tasks and responsibilities.</li>
<li>Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.</li>
<li>Work within a team-first culture that encourages individual development and accomplishment of goals.</li>
</ul>
Compensation The pay range for this role is $90,000 to $120,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.
You matter! Our outstanding benefits - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, and cancer.Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.
Baxter &amp; Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer</div>

Transportation Engineer III

<div>Your future position: Transportation Bridge Engineer III
Choose your location: Orlando or St. Augustine, FL
Why you should join our team! Why Baxter &amp; Woodman?
At Baxter &amp; Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary, and being honored as one of the 2025 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.
About the role, Your Impact
Baxter &amp; Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Transportation Bridge Engineer III in our Orlando, St. Augustine, or Green Cove Spring, FL office. This position will primarily involve design engineering efforts on various transportation bridge projects for State, County, and Local Agencies. A knowledge of designing bridge improvements with MicroStation and familiarity with structural analysis software is preferred. This team-oriented position will include working with Baxter &amp; Woodman&rsquo;s diverse disciplines and offices. Projects will be in our Illinois, Wisconsin, Florida, or Texas offices.
What your day-to-day will look like
<ul><li>Provide structural design support for our transportation bridge department.</li>
<li>Design Bridge, Retaining Wall, Sea Wall, Roadway, Underground Utility, and Infrastructure improvements.</li>
<li>Assist senior staff with proposal/project approach writing.</li>
<li>Complete general civil engineering services for municipal, county, and state clients.</li>
<li>Complete engineering plans and specifications using State DOT Standards.</li>
<li>Process Federal Aid projects for a variety of clients.</li>
<li>Assist project engineers and managers by making significant decisions on a wide variety of tasks required during project delivery.</li>
</ul>
Education/License Requirement
<ul><li>B.S. degree in Civil Engineering with coursework focused on structural engineering.</li>
<li>Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)</li>
</ul>
Must-haves, what you will bring
<ul><li>At least 5 years of relevant job experience working on municipal or highway agency transportation bridge projects.</li>
<li>Ability to travel throughout Baxter &amp; Woodman&rsquo;s service area (own transportation).</li>
<li>Ability to independently handle a variety of ongoing tasks and responsibilities.</li>
<li>Strong written, verbal, computer and organizational skills.</li>
<li>Work within a team-first culture that encourages individual development and accomplishment of goals</li>
</ul>
Compensation: The pay range for this role is $100,000 - $125,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.
Join Our Team! - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, and cancer. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home and/or work a flexible schedule on eligible positions. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.
Baxter &amp; Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer</div>

Transportation Bridge Engineer III

Join Baxter & Woodman and explore 3   exciting career opportunities. They're hiring for various roles with options for remote or on-site work. Apply today and become part of their innovative team.

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Talent Acquisition Specialist

Transportation Engineer III

Transportation Bridge Engineer III