Associate Civil Engineer/ Civil Engineer

Jefferson County•Golden, CO

1d•$85,000 - $114,500•Hybrid

About The Position

We are hiring for either a Construction Manager or Associate Civil Engineer, depending on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. This recruitment is designed to consider applicants with a range of construction management and civil engineering experience. Candidates do not need to determine which level to apply for—the hiring team will evaluate each applicant’s education, experience, technical knowledge, and demonstrated skills to determine which role most closely aligns with their qualifications. We encourage qualified candidates interested in either level to apply. 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. This position provides the opportunity to work for a county that thrives on working collaboratively and overcoming challenges in a solution-focused manner. Jefferson County Development and Transportation Department is a collaborative group that provides the opportunity to take conceptual design and watch it transform into part of the community reality. We value and respect an autonomous work environment with generous support and guidance from the entire D&T team to ensure the delivery of quality services to and on behalf of our community.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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.
Construction plan development and review experience.

Responsibilities

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.
Manage project budgets.
Provide engineering analysis and calculations.
Represents the County at applicable meetings for the project assigned.
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.
Assist 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.
Serve as project manager and/or project 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.
Prepare and review scopes of work, drainage reports, design memorandums, specifications, and technical documentation.
Oversee and review the preparation of construction plans and specifications.
Lead CAD modeling and design efforts for capital improvement projects, including roadways, traffic safety enhancements, and stormwater drainage systems.
Work closely with local agencies and utility providers to identify and mitigate potential conflicts during design and construction.
Collaborate with survey staff, the ROW coordinator, and engineering teams to design and oversee roadway, traffic, and drainage projects, providing clear design assessments that improve constructability and reduce long-term maintenance challenges.
Coordinate with the public, construction supervisors, survey crews, ROW agents, utility companies, and County personnel throughout project planning, design, and construction. Address and resolve project-related concerns as they arise.
Conduct field inspection activities during project construction and for maintenance preparation.