Civil Engineer I, II, or III

Performs professional civil engineering work focused on the review and coordination of private development projects, public infrastructure improvements, with assignments also involving capital improvement projects, stormwater and wastewater utility projects, and construction oversight. Reviews construction plans, engineering reports, and development applications to ensure compliance with Town standards, codes, and regulations. Serves as a technical liaison between the Town, developers, consultants, and outside agencies, providing guidance and coordination to support orderly growth, infrastructure quality, and protection of public health, safety, and welfare.

Work Arrangement: The position requires on-site presence and is not a remote role.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision and direction of the Deputy Town Engineer with latitude for independent judgment and action appropriate to the assigned Engineer I, II, or III level. Engineer I receives closer technical oversight; Engineer II handles routine and moderately complex work independently; and Engineer III leads more complex assignments and provides technical guidance as needed.

The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of the position and not all encompassing. The Town may change these duties at any time.

Development Review, Permitting, and Public Improvements

• Review and evaluate development applications, construction plans, engineering reports, plats, and agreements for compliance with Town standards, codes, and accepted engineering practices.
• Prepare clear, written engineering review comments; coordinate with Planning, Public Works, Building, utility providers, and outside reviewers, and track comment resolution.
• Participate in development application meetings and provide clear, practical technical guidance to applicants and stakeholders.
• Serve as a key point of contact between developers, consultants, contractors, and outside agencies throughout the development review and project delivery process.
• Analyze engineering reports, drainage studies, traffic studies, and technical data to support development decisions and recommendations.
• Support development agreements, reimbursement agreements, and surety/bonding documentation, and conditional acceptance, final acceptance, and warranty processes.
• Evaluate right-of-way dedication, easements, public improvement cost estimates, and financial guarantees; support permit, construction closeout, and acceptance recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including stormwater and floodplain management.
• Issue or support issuance of public improvement, development, grading, and floodplain permits.

Capital Improvement Projects and Construction

• Serve as project engineer and/or inspector on public infrastructure projects including utilities, drainage systems, and streets.
• Lead or support capital improvement projects (CIP), including scope development, consultant selection and coordination, design coordination, cost estimating, procurement and bidding, contract administration, construction oversight and closeout.
• Conduct or coordinate site visits, field inspections, construction testing and documentation reviews, punch lists, and record drawing reviews to verify compliance with approved plans.
• Coordinate consultant and contractor deliverables, construction schedules, pay applications, change orders, testing, and contract closeout within assigned authority.
• Support grant-funded and CDOT local-agency projects, including applicable procurement, funding, permitting, accessibility, traffic-control, and environmental documentation requirements.

Stormwater, Utilities, and Asset Management

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations including stormwater and floodplain management.
• Support erosion and sediment control, drainage/floodplain requirements, post-construction stormwater controls, and coordination of utility-related engineering work.
• Assist with development or administration of MS4/stormwater permit responsibilities if and when applicable to the Town, including coordination with Public Works and regulatory agencies.

Public Coordination and Engineering Administration

• Contribute to budget development, cost estimating, and long-range capital planning, including the Town’s CIP.
• Prepare clear and concise staff reports, agenda materials, and technical memos. Present recommendations at public meetings as needed.
• Provide responsive and professional communication to residents, developers, and staff regarding engineering and development matters.
• Develop and maintain Town engineering standards, construction specifications, technical review procedures, and related policies.
• Maintain accurate engineering project files, review records, construction and inspection documents, and other records consistent with Town procedures.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously with independence, sound judgment, and accountability.
• Performs other related work as required and assigned.

Civil Engineer I: 

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering field
• Two (2) years prior full-time engineering experience required.

Civil Engineer II: 

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering field
• Five (5) years of relevant civil engineering experience in design, development review, construction, or public infrastructure projects.

Civil Engineer III: 

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering field
• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience, including independent technical review or project management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a municipal or public sector environment
• Experience with capital improvement project delivery, development review, project management, or construction administration
• Registration as a Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM)

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.
 
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Colorado Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.

 
Licensure and Registration by Classification:

• Civil Engineer I: Passage of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or Engineer Intern/Engineer-in-Training (EI/EIT) required.
• Civil Engineer II: FE/EI/EIT designation required; Colorado Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred.
• Civil Engineer III: Colorado PE licensure required, or active PE licensure in another state with ability to obtain Colorado licensure by endorsement within twelve (12) months, subject to Colorado law and supervision requirements.

• Knowledge of civil engineering principles related to land development, utilities, drainage, roadway design, and public infrastructure systems.
• Knowledge of municipal development review processes, codes, standards, and regulations, including stormwater, floodplain, and MS4/NPDES requirements.
• Knowledge of design and construction practices, capital improvement planning, and cost estimating for public infrastructure projects.
• Ability to review and evaluate engineering plans, specifications, reports, and technical documentation for compliance with applicable standards.
• Ability to analyze engineering data, studies, and calculations and apply sound problem-solving techniques to complex issues.
• Ability to interpret technical information, regulatory requirements, and engineering standards and apply them to real-world projects.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise reports, memos, and technical documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, including staff, developers, consultants, and the public.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain organized work processes.
• Ability to use engineering and office software, including GIS, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering plans, specifications, legal descriptions, and technical documents.
• Ability to analyze complex information, exercise independent judgment, and make sound decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of public works procurement, bidding, and contract administration, construction documentation, and grant compliance appropriate to assigned duties.
• Ability to coordinate with public agencies and funding partners and apply CDOT, MUTCD, ADA/PROWAG, NEPA, and related standards when applicable to assigned projects.
• Ability to document construction changes, track pay applications and project budgets, and organize inspection, testing, record drawing, and warranty records.