Nicholas D. Peplow
Manito,IL
Summary
Experienced civil engineer specializing in project implementation. Responsible for estimating, budgeting, and implementing maintenance and construction contracts with limited local and state funding. Comfortable with annual road maintenance including seal coating, snow removal, and drainage structure installations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mason County Engineer
Mason County Highway Department
Havana, IL
02.2024 - Current
- Budgeted local, state, and federal funding for road and bridge projects within the county.
- Supervised staff members to ensure that employees follow county policy and safety regulations.
- Reviewed project specifications and ensured compliance with state and local standards.
- Oversaw Phase III construction, verifying that proper construction and budgets were met.
- Program Manager over all county and township bridges in Mason County.
Civil Engineer III
Illinois Department of Transportation
Peoria, IL
06.2019 - 02.2024
- Estimated quantities and material costs during project planning to reflect the working budget.
- Managed quality assurance and in-field testing for various construction contracts.
- Monitored the execution of contract work for compliance with design and plan specifications.
- Assisted with Phase II design work for future roadway projects.
Civil Engineer
Knox County Highway Department
Knoxville, IL
01.2017 - 06.2019
- Budgeted motor fuel tax funding for all 20 townships in Knox County.
- Inspected various construction contracts, verifying that all standards were met.
- Designed and ran hydraulic studies on varying drainage issues throughout the county.
- Adhered to timelines to meet contract deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Bradley University
Peoria, IL12-2016
Skills
- Active Illinois Professional Engineer (PE)
- Meet qualifications of 605 ILCS 5/5-201
- Program Manager for Bridge Inspections
- Budget local, state, and federal funding
- Make decisions in a timely manner that supports engineering standards
- Managing staff members
- Good working relationship with the public
Timeline
Mason County Engineer
Mason County Highway Department
02.2024 - Current
Civil Engineer III
Illinois Department of Transportation
06.2019 - 02.2024
Civil Engineer
Knox County Highway Department
01.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
Bradley University
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