Associate Civil Engineer/ Civil Engineer

About the role

Note: Intent is to fill one available position, either as a civil engineer or associate civil engineer. The Successful Associate Civil Engineer Applicant Will Work In The Capital Improvements Program (CIP) Group Of Jefferson County Transportation & Engineering Division And Is Responsible For Performing Engineering Activities And Construction Management Related To CIP Projects Involving Roadway, Bridge, Stormwater Drainage, And Traffic Operations Projects. This Will Include, But Is Not Limited To: Track project budgets. Respond to citizen questions and concerns. Review contractor project schedules. Review and develop project plans and project specifications, Perform entry level technical engineering analysis and calculations. Inspect construction work and record observations.

The Successful Civil Engineer Applicant Will Work In The Capital Improvements Program (CIP) Group Of Jefferson County Transportation & Engineering Division And Is Responsible For Leading Construction Projects Related To The Capital Improvements Program Involving Roadway, Bridge, Stormwater Drainage, And Traffic Operations Projects. This Will Include, But Is Not Limited To: Manage project budgets. Respond to citizen questions and concerns. Review contactor project schedules. Review and develop project plans and project specifications, provide engineering analysis and calculations. Represents the County at applicable meetings for the project assigned.

Responsibilities

• Serve as design engineer by performing construction oversight and engineering in compliance with Federal, State, and County standards, policies, and procedures.
• Project types may include roadway improvements, stormwater drainage, traffic signals, signage and striping, and intersection and other road safety improvements.
• Review the preparation of construction plans and specifications.
• Represent the county in applicable project meetings or other plan review.
• Aid other department sections with their projects using their area of expertise.
• Develop and assist with feasibility studies, engineering calculations, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates for assigned projects.
• CAD modeling and design efforts for capital improvement projects, including roadways, traffic safety enhancements, and stormwater drainage systems.
• Coordinate with other county and agency personnel during the design review and construction of projects.
• Address citizen concerns pertaining to projects assigned.
• Participate in community meetings and respond to questions and concerns related to roadway, traffic, and drainage projects.
• Review design plans and specifications and provide input for constructability and maintenance.
• Inspect contractors work for accuracy and completion according to construction plans/specifications and industry standards.
• Coordinate with contractors, construction supervisors, surveyors, Right-of-Way agents, utility companies, and County personnel, during project planning, design, and construction.
• Coordinate project activities with adjacent stakeholders and traveling public.

Requirements

• Associate Civil Engineer: Experience: One year of experience in civil engineering, roadway construction, or related field. Education: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field. (from ABET accredited college) License/Certifications: Engineer-In-Training (EIT) / Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) at time of hire.
• Civil Engineer: Experience: Four years of experience in civil engineering, roadway construction, or related field. Education: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field (From ABET accredited college) License/Certifications: Professional Engineer (PE) License at time of hire.

Qualifications

• A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
• Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it!
• Experience: Associate Civil Engineer - One year of experience in civil engineering, roadway construction, or related field. Civil Engineer - Four years of experience in civil engineering, roadway construction, or related field.
• Education: Associate Civil Engineer - Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field. Civil Engineer - Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field (From ABET accredited college).
• Licenses/Certifications: Associate Civil Engineer - Engineer-In-Training (EIT) / Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) at time of hire. Civil Engineer - Professional Engineer (PE) License at time of hire.
• Exceptional Candidate Will Have: Educational background with a focus on civil engineering – roads, bridges, and drainage, traffic engineering, or transportation engineering. Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D, Cartegraph (OpenGov), Adobe Acrobat Pro, Bluebeam, HEC-RAS, HY-8, and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word). Experience working in the public sector. Construction plan development experience. Ability to collaborate with various individuals to solve problems. Understanding of local, state, and federal regulations and design standards. Strong written and oral communication. Demonstrating initiative, innovation, and resiliency. Strong time management and prioritization skills. Ability to work on multiple complex projects at one time. Experience in running meetings with large groups and speaking in front of boards and commissions.

Benefits

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Pay

• Associate Civil Engineer: Hiring Range: $85,000- $98,500 USD Annually Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.
• Civil Engineer: Hiring Range: $100,000-$114,500 USD Annually Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.

Schedule

This position is hybrid, with remote work and in-office work as needed, however, this position requires mostly office work with occasional field work. The successful candidate must have the ability to drive to various job site locations throughout unincorporated Jefferson County, walk over uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions and compare existing site conditions with construction plans.

Additional Job Information

Criminal History and MVR Background Checks are required for every position. Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile.

Application

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities. A resume and cover letter submitted with your application are encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected.