Project Engineer

Dominion Water & Sanitation District•Centennial, CO

20d•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Dominion Water & Sanitation District in Greenwood Village, CO is looking for a full-time Project Engineer who is ready to help shape essential water infrastructure projects from concept to completion. If you're ready to take ownership of meaningful work and grow your career with an innovative organization, apply today! At Dominion Water & Sanitation District, you'll find more than just another engineering role. You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation, accountability, and professional growth. We believe our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a competitive salary of $70,000-$89,000 annually along with an exceptional benefits package that includes 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, 9 paid holidays, and a voluntary 457(b) retirement program with up to a 7% employer match. You'll enjoy a stable Monday through Friday schedule, opportunities to work on high-impact infrastructure projects, and the chance to contribute to initiatives that make a lasting difference. If you're searching for a rewarding career with outstanding benefits and purpose-driven work, we'd love to hear from you. Since 2004, Dominion Water & Sanitation District has been at the forefront of renewable water development, managing a robust water supply portfolio and advancing groundbreaking initiatives, including Colorado's only regional rainwater harvesting pilot project. As a wholesale water and wastewater provider serving Northwest Douglas County, we are committed to excellence, efficiency, and innovative solutions that support sustainable growth for our communities. Our dynamic, positive culture encourages collaboration, continuous improvement, and fresh thinking, making DWSD an exciting place for growth-minded professionals who want to contribute, innovate, and help shape the future of water resource management.

Requirements

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
Strong record-keeping and documentation skills
Familiarity with Procore, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent scheduling software
Ability to conduct on-site project evaluations and travel to meetings within or outside the DWSD service area
Ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
Strong follow-through and problem-resolution skills
Valid driver's license required

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of construction management experience is required.
Experience working directly for a municipality, water district, general contractor, or consulting firm supporting municipal projects is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a key driver behind the success of critical infrastructure projects, coordinating efforts from planning and permitting through construction and startup.
Collaborate with contractors, consultants, government entities, residents, and internal teams to keep projects moving forward while ensuring compliance, quality, safety, and budget objectives are met.
Review designs.
Manage consultant and construction contracts.
Monitor schedules and project performance.
Coordinate inspections and testing.
Resolve construction challenges.
Oversee documentation such as RFIs, permits, change orders, and submittments.
Provide progress updates to stakeholders and leadership.
Balance technical oversight, stakeholder communication, risk management, and project controls to deliver successful projects that support the District's long-term goals.