Civil Engineer III

The Town of Erie is seeking a skilled and motivated Civil Engineer III to join our Public Works Department!  

This position plays a key role in shaping the Town’s infrastructure by managing the design and construction of capital improvement projects, reviewing development plans, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Under the general supervision of the Town Engineer, the Civil Engineer III will perform professional-level engineering work, collaborate with external agencies, lead and supervise Engineers and contribute to long-term planning efforts, including the Town’s 5-year Capital Improvement Plan. With room for independent judgment and problem-solving, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our growing community. All staff are expected to adhere to the Town’s mission, vision, and values of TRUE. 

Work Location: Town Hall – 645 Holbrook St, Erie CO 80516 

Anticipated Work Schedule: Full-time (Monday-Friday shifts) 40 hours per week with some nights and weekends as needed.   

THIS POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED. PLEASE ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION IS COMPLETE FOR CONSIDERATION.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   

Primary  

• Prepares and reviews traffic studies, traffic control/access plans, drainage submittals and engineering reports for developments including water, sewer, storm water drainage, and roadways.  Reviews drawings and specifications for public improvements for conformance with generally accepted engineering standards and Town requirements.   
• Interprets, applies and enforces the provisions of the Town’s engineering design standards adhering to applicable federal, state and local codes, laws, rules regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures.   
• Read and interpret maps, evaluate proposals for annexation, site planning, plats, subdivision plans, landscape plans, trail plans, grading plans, utility plans, perform water calculations, roadway plans and other land use applications.   
• Reviews agreements, legal descriptions, easements, and ownership deeds and provides input.   
• Reviews engineering calculations and design. Provides technical and professional engineering support services relative to assigned area of responsibility; provides assistance to construction inspectors in the interpretation of plans and resolution of problems during construction as required including site visits.   
• Recommends governmental measures affecting land use, public utilities, community facilities, and housing and transportation to control and guide community development and Urban Renewal.  
• Prepares and reviews cost estimates for public projects and Developer funded projects.  
• Manages the design and construction of Capital Improvement Projects; prepares contract documents and cost estimates for CIP and development reimbursement.  
• Serves as project engineer and/or inspector on construction projects such as storm drainage systems, water and sewer utilities, and streets.   
• Ensures projects are in compliance with the Town's State MS4 Stormwater Permit.  

Administrative/Miscellaneous  

• Prepares reports, reviews comments, completes correspondence, capable of delivering comprehensive presentation of technical information to senior management, Town Council, Town Commissions and the public.  
• Prepares engineering standards and specifications for the Town, and makes recommendations to supervisor.   
• Issues public improvement, grading and floodplain permits.  
• Respond to questions from citizens or developers either in person or over the telephone.  Provide technical support to other staff members, contractors, developers, and the public.  Research files and/or maps for walk-in citizens and developers. Issues improvement permits.  
• Works closely with the planning group and all other departments.   
• The incumbent may be assigned to supervise other employees or may manage programs within the Engineering Division.   
• The incumbent may supervise lower-level technical and engineering personnel as assigned to include instruction, training, and daily direction.   
• Performs related work as required and assigned.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with major course work in civil engineering or closely related field.  
• Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering relating to construction, development, drainage, utilities, or traffic engineering work.   

A combination of education and experience may be considered.  

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS  

• Lead, supervisory or management experience  
• Professional Management Professional (PMP)
• Municipal experience  
• Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) 
• Strong presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences
• Experience conducting public engagement events to gather community feedback on Town projects

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS  

• Civil Engineer III - Colorado State Board of Professional Engineers (P.E.)   
• Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:  

 Knowledge of: the principles and practices of civil engineering, particularly for utility and roadway construction and design as well as traffic and transportation; standard office software and CAD/GIS applications; construction and professional services contracts.  

 Skills in: communicating effectively orally and in writing with developers, contractors, consultants, property owners, town staff and the general public; ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, and members of the business community; research, prepare and analyze technical reports and data, including the ability to collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; ability to establish effective working relationships with developers, contractors, consultants, other employees, and other public and private agencies; perform civil engineering calculations related to utility and roadway sizing and alignment; read, analyze, and interpret common scientific, technical and legal journals and documents; interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.  

 Environmental Factors:  

Work is performed in a standard office environment with frequent to constant use of a personal computer, local travel, and moderate noise levels. Work may involve occasional exposure to gases/fumes/dust and work in traffic. Rarely will work require exposure to chemicals, high noise levels, vibrations, light/power equipment operations, use of heavy equipment, or out of town travel. Work may involve competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines.  

Physical Factors:  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit for extended periods of time with frequent standing and walking. Tasks generally require constant grasping, fingering, or handling of items, and both talking and hearing. Occasionally, employee may perform tasks while kneeling, squatting, stooping, climbing, balancing, reaching, using near and far visual acuity, peripheral vision, use of depth perception and color discrimination. Employee may also occasionally be exposed to extreme temperatures, working outside, walking on uneven surfaces, and lifting storage boxes over 10 lbs. Some tasks may rarely involve running, working at height, and lifting items weighing over 50 to 100 lbs.  

Town of Erie Benefits:   

The Town of Erie offers a comprehensive benefit package and pays a major portion of the employee premium to make these benefits more affordable for you. Coverage of these benefits begin the 1st of the month following date of hire for benefited employees regularly working an average of 30 hours per week. Each year you will have the option of changing your elections through open enrollment. To learn more, review the benefits webpage.  

Designated full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:  

• Robust Medical, Dental and Vision plans including spouse, domestic partner and family coverage options   
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Plans    
• Voluntary Life/AD&D   
• Employer paid Basic Life/AD&D   
• Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability   
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program   
• Robust extended sick leave and family sick leave program   
• Up to 48 hours of Colorado Sick Leave preloaded on the 1st of every year (pro-rated if hired after the 1st of the year)  
• 3 ½ Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year (increases with years of service)   
• 40 hours of pre-loaded Paid Time Off (PTO) to each new employee upon hire   
• Fifteen (15) Paid Holidays   
• Twenty-Four (24) Hours of Paid Volunteer Leave   
• Up to 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave for bonding with a new child   
• Option to “sell back” PTO after two (2) years of continuous employment   
• 457 Retirement Plan, with a 5% employer match and immediate 100% vesting in your deferral contributions AND employer contributions   
• Education reimbursement up to $3,000 per year   
• Individual free membership to the Erie Community Center and steep discounts on couple or family memberships.    
• Employer sponsored wellness program, including employee-based fitness classes   
• Childcare benefits which includes 10% discount to any KinderCare location in Colorado  
• Half-off charging at town-owned EV charging stations   
• Pet Insurance   
• Employee Discount Program through Benefits Hub   
• Eligible for discount Dell Computer program    
• Onsite/virtual trainings for growth and development opportunities   

We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-qualified employer!   

EEOC Statement:  

The Town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.  This prohibition includes unlawful harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classes.  Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct, which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating a severe, intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment. This provision applies to all employees, including directors, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as residents, members of all boards and task force groups, contractors, vendors, consultants, etc.