Wastewater

City of Loveland•Loveland, CO

1d•$95,505 - $146,632

About The Position

The Civil Engineer performs professional engineering and project management for water and wastewater infrastructure. The role provides technical expertise and leads staff in planning, design, construction, and maintenance of transmission, distribution, and pumping systems. It also supports the Utility’s role in the City’s development review process and provides technical analysis related to hydraulics, design, and constructability. At Level I, the role manages consultant design and construction processes, supports project management under the direction of a Senior Civil Engineer, and contributes to master-plan updates and development reviews. At Level II, the role coordinates and manages capital projects, leads planning and design activities, oversees contracts and construction, and supports capital budgeting, development review, and emergency response. The position has no manager or supervisor expectations. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resource Engineering, or a closely related field, or qualifying education and/or experience in place of the degree. Required responsible engineering experience is four years for Level I and eight years for Level II. Level I requires current Colorado Professional Engineer registration or the ability to obtain it within one year of hire; Level II requires current Colorado Professional Engineer registration. A valid driver’s license is required. The work is primarily sedentary in an office environment, with occasional standing, walking, repetitive tasks, and handling light objects or tools. The employee may also encounter predictable or protected hazards, heat, noise, and outdoor conditions. The position is benefit-eligible and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resource Engineering, or a closely related field; eight years of education and/or experience may substitute for the bachelor’s degree.
Level I: Four years of responsible engineering experience related to the design and construction of public water and wastewater systems. Without a bachelor’s degree, a minimum of 12 years of combined education and/or experience is required.
Level II: Eight years of responsible engineering experience related to the design and construction of public water and wastewater systems. Without a bachelor’s degree, a minimum of 16 years of combined education and/or experience is required.
Valid driver’s license.
Level I: Current Colorado Professional Engineer registration or ability to obtain it within one year of hire.
Level II: Current Colorado Professional Engineer registration.
Thorough understanding of administration, design, and construction of public water and wastewater systems, including pressurized potable water distribution, storage tanks, pump stations, gravity sewer, and lift stations.
Knowledge of pipe materials and joining mechanisms, coating systems, rehabilitation techniques, and constructability analysis.
Knowledge and experience in budgeting, design, administration, delivery methods, and construction management of water and wastewater utility infrastructure.
Knowledge of project management, GIS, AutoCAD, and hydraulic modeling software and computer tools.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience reviewing and enforcing standards for water and wastewater infrastructure on site and land development projects, or designing and managing projects that include public water and wastewater systems.

Responsibilities

Prepare requests for proposals and administer consultant contracts for capital project design, including review of conceptual through final design documents.
Negotiate with property owners to secure required utility easements and acquire or manage other property rights for Utility infrastructure.
Administer competitive bidding and procurement processes for construction projects in accordance with City policies and requirements.
Procure contractors and oversee construction management and inspection for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
Manage project budgets, schedules, scopes, and contractual obligations; review pay requests and project correspondence and maintain accurate as-built documentation.
Identify construction issues, evaluate alternatives, recommend solutions, and assist with or negotiate contract changes and change orders.
Perform project management duties, including preparation of purchase orders and project correspondence.
Lead or review project planning and design activities, including technical analyses, constructability reviews, and development-related utility evaluations.
Prepare and review cost estimates and support capital budget development.
Contribute to updates of City or Utility master plans, development standards, and related planning documents.
Support development review by evaluating utility sizing, maintainability, compliance with adopted standards, and long-term operational needs.
Participate in emergency response by coordinating or managing repair projects, preparing design solutions, and documenting work and decisions.
Coordinate with internal departments, external agencies, consultants, contractors, and the public on capital projects.
Present or prepare agenda materials for the Loveland Utilities Commission, Construction Advisory Board, Planning Commission, County Flood Review Board, and City Council.
Write memos, letters, and reports in support of the Utility’s mission.
Maintain knowledge of water and wastewater standards, regulations, and industry practices.
Guide support staff and consultants in collecting field information and completing design work.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Two medical plans, dental insurance, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.
Dedicated employee health and wellness center.
Discounted Chilson Center passes.
Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave.
Flexible spending, including Dependent Care.
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and voluntary critical illness coverage.
Retirement plans including 401a, 457, and Roth options, with company match.
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
Voluntary 529 College Invest program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee referral program.
Personal and professional development opportunities.
Employee recognition program.
Work-life balance.
Market-based pay and regular performance reviews.
Eligibility for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program through local government employment.