CHIEF ENGINEERING OFFICER
Shape the future of Colorado's water infrastructure at Denver Water, the state's oldest and largest water utility serving 1.5 million people. The organization is investing over $1.7 billion in critical water supply and infrastructure initiatives, recognized nationally for innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence. Denver Water is addressing climate change, population growth, and water supply challenges through world-class capital projects, lead pipe replacement, a new 75mgd water treatment plant, dam expansion, and aging infrastructure programs.
About the role
The Chief Engineering Officer reports directly to the CEO/Manager and serves as a member of Denver Water's Executive Leadership Team. This executive role provides strategic leadership for:
- Engineering
- Capital Delivery
- Infrastructure Planning
- Construction
- Property Services
- Surveying & GIS
- Long-Range Capital Investment Strategy
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
- 12+ years of progressive leadership experience
- Executive-level experience guiding complex infrastructure, utilities, public works, or capital delivery organizations
Key Leadership Competencies
- Strategic Vision
- Executive Presence
- Capital Program Governance
- Fiscal Stewardship
- Change Leadership
- Talent Development
- Stakeholder Engagement
Benefits
- Executive-level influence and visibility
- Lead nationally recognized infrastructure programs
- Exceptional pension and 401(k) benefits
- Collaborative, values-driven culture
- Opportunity to shape water sustainability for future generations
Pay
$266,000–$294,000 annually
Schedule
Onsite
Location: 1600 W. 12th Avenue, Denver, CO 80204