Development Projects Coordinator - Intern

EAST CHERRY CREEK VALLEY WATER & SANITATION DISTRICT • Aurora, CO

1d • $27 - $32

About The Position

The Development Projects Coordinator - Intern is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the planning, design approval, and construction of developer projects within the District. This position also supports the District’s water, wastewater, and storm water capital improvement and asset management projects. East Cherry Creek Valley Water and Sanitation District (ECCV) has been sustaining our community by providing safe and reliable water since 1962. Sourced from the South Platte River and non-tributary aquifers, ECCV distributes water to approximately 65,000 customers in the eastern portions of the City of Centennial and unincorporated Arapahoe County. As the area has grown into a thriving district of homes, schools, and businesses, ECCV has been there, providing the water the community needs with excellence and efficiency. At ECCV, our commitment begins with our people. Through cooperation, openness, and respect, our teams and departments collaborate to realize our shared mission of providing safe, reliable water to our community. At ECCV, we prioritize trust, teamwork, and communication. We encourage and support our employees by offering an excellent benefits package that includes: • Outstanding group insurance plans and options offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, with two Employee Assistance Plans (EAP). Various plans and elections will have little to no premium cost to employees. • Eight paid holidays annually. • Other benefits include supplemental insurances such as Colonial Life, Legal Shield, and Pet Insurance.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering; methods and techniques used in the design and construction of public improvements; applicable laws and regulatory codes relevant to design and construction.
• Ability to understand construction plans and interpret a wide range of technical documents, including specifications, rules and regulations, procedure manuals, blueprints, shop drawings, and manufacturer manuals.
• Aptitude to work independently as well as effectively communicate with supervisors, co-workers, vendors, consultants, contractors, industry personnel and the general public. This includes providing accurate and timely oral reports and working with many individuals from diverse backgrounds and points of view as part of a project team.
• Competency to research and access information from various sources including Geographic Information System software; compile, analyze and interpret numerous facts and details to solve problems; design and develop spreadsheets of basic difficulty and write routine reports.
• Ability to establish, foster and maintain effective working relationships with all District employees, management, consultants, governmental officials, and the general public.
• Demonstrate with all interactions, a high level of quality customer service; a positive and professional demeanor; the ability to exercise sensitivity; the ability to handle stressful situations in a diplomatic and tactful manner.
• Ability to accurately compile, analyze and interpret facts to troubleshoot; arrive at valid conclusions and make logical decisions to solve problems; exercise sound judgment in making decisions involving processes and equipment.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, critical and analytical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, prioritize tasks, make independent decisions, prioritize workload with multiple shifting priorities and interruptions; follow-up, and follow-through on tasks; and meet deadlines.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

• College coursework towards Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field preferred.
• Experience in managing public utilities projects to include client/contractor management, project management, contract writing, proposal and report writing, design, and construction administration.
• Excellent writing skills, ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with staff, outside agencies, contractors, developers, and general public.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Plans, reviews, develops, and coordinates the design and construction of both capital and development projects from conception to completion.
• Reviews engineering reports, cost estimates, contract documents, specifications, permits, grants, technical memos and construction administration documents for water, wastewater and storm water projects.
• Coordinates the review and approval process with developers and their project staff, ECCV consultants and staff, legal counsel, and other governmental agencies.
• Advises prospective developers on ECCV rules and regulations and disseminates information required for development within the District.
• Advises developers on ECCV requirements of protection over the Northern Waterline, including weekly onsite inspections.
• Coordinates with staff, consultants, and legal counsel to develop and review easements & land title documents necessary for ECCV assets management such as Utility Easements, License Agreements, Conveyance & Acceptance, and Intergovernmental Agreements.
• Develops internal procedures and technical specifications for commercial & residential development within ECCV.
• Works collaboratively with all departments to ensure the delivery of projects follows proper administrative and operations protocols.
• Performs walk-through inspections for probationary and final acceptance of developer-built infrastructure.
• Plan, review, develop, and coordinate the design and construction of small capital improvement projects from conception to completion.
• Leads quarterly Development Review Taskforce meetings, which includes project updates and review of project status.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives and provides input and feedback on department policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance as scheduled.

Benefits

• Outstanding group insurance plans and options offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, with two Employee Assistance Plans (EAP). Various plans and elections will have little to no premium cost to employees.
• Eight paid holidays annually.
• Other benefits include supplemental insurances such as Colonial Life, Legal Shield, and Pet Insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED