The Town of Bennett is hiring a civil engineer. Come join an amazing team where you can pioneer your ideas and bring innovation and creativity to a one of the fastest growing communities in the Denver metropolitan area.
The Civil Engineer applies professional civil engineering knowledge and skills to a variety of engineering projects. Analyzes and interprets complex engineering, construction, and planning documents in compliance with Town requirements, including review of engineering plans and technical reports for development projects, plats, development plans and utility plans. The Civil Engineer may coordinate internal or external projects with developers, contractors, other municipalities, districts and Town staff.
The Town of Bennett is committed to a fun, progressive learning environment that encourages staff mentorship and development. We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including flexible schedules, 100% premium paid health insurance for employees, a 401(k) match, life insurance, paid family leave, long-term disability insurance, access to mental health services, an annual pass to the Bennett Parks and Recreation District, sick and vacation accrual and a monetary allotment which can be used toward out-of-pocket medical expenses, dental and eye insurance and additional retirement savings.
Salary Range:
$97,500 - $119,700 plus benefits package.
Applications due by January 31st, 2025
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential functions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be an accurate summary of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Performs advanced engineering review and evaluation of major, complex project proposals including submittals and engineering reports for developments including water, stormwater drainage, roadways, geotechnical, and traffic reports.
Evaluates proposals for annexation, site planning, plats, subdivision plans, landscape plans, trail plans, grading plans, utility plans, roadway plans, and other land use applications; performs water calculations for development water dedications.
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.
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, floodplain, and transportation to control and guide community development and urban renewal.
Responds to questions from residents, contractors, or developers either in person or over the phone; Provides technical support to other staff members, contractors, developers, and the public; Researches files and/or maps upon request from walk-in citizens and developers.
Reviews and writes agreements such as Subdivision Agreements, Annexation Agreements, and Easement Agreements; Reviews construction cost estimates for Town and development projects; Tracks and authorizes surety reductions and releases following construction acceptance.
Assists in the development or updating of Town ordinances, design criteria and standards.
Issues infrastructure, right-of-way, floodplain development, and stormwater quality permits.
Oversees professional engineering consultants and construction contractors.
Acts as a project manager on assigned Town Capital Improvement Projects. Prepares, edits, and assembles contract documents, bid forms, and specifications for assigned projects.
Develops and implements an annual Stormwater Maintenance Program.
Implements the stormwater improvement projects identified in the Stormwater Master Plan; advises the Town Board of Trustees regarding funding sources needed to design and construct the Stormwater Master Plan improvements.
Prepares the annual schedules and cost estimates for capital infrastructure projects; maintains and annually update CAIMP projects.
Assists the Director of Capital Projects in developing the departmental budget and estimating project costs as part of the annual budgeting process.
Analyzes operational data and reports to assure projects are completed on time and on budget. Prepares cost and materials estimates.
Works closely with the Planning group and all other departments.
Provides technical representation on behalf of the Town at various committees, advisory boards, stakeholder groups, etc.
Participates in ongoing training for personal and professional development.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships and provide exceptional customer service to Town employees, developers, contractors, consultants, vendors, other public and private agencies, and the general public.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of: Civil engineering and project management practices and principles.
Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Calendar and Gmail, GIS software, MSProject or similar, Bluebeam and/or Adobe Acrobat.
Research techniques, methods and procedures.
Applying for and administering Federal and State grants.
Skills: Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; designs work flows and procedures.
Design - Generates creative solutions; demonstrates attention to detail.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.
Project Management - Develops project plans; communicates changes and progress; manages project team activities.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; meets commitments.
Written and Oral Communication - Effectively prepare and deliver comprehensive written reports and concise oral public presentations on complex issues to diverse audiences including Town Boards, Commissions, and the general public. Communicate clearly, concisely, respectfully, and effectively both orally and in writing with developers, contractors, consultants, property owners, Town staff and the general public.
Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives.
Change Management - Communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance; monitors transition and evaluates results.
Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; inspires respect and trust; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization's strengths and weaknesses.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision-making process.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
Ability to: Demonstrate capable professional engineering judgment in the assessment of competing and/or contradictory requirements, goals, or standards to guide outcomes that are in the best interest of the Town.
Demonstrate effective emotional intelligence skills in workplace communication and relationships.
Research, prepare and analyze comprehensive technical reports and letters on complex issues.
Work independently and solve problems without direct supervision.
Analyze, interpret and report research findings.
Interpret and apply Town policies, procedures, laws and regulations relating to assigned activities.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations.
Respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Operate standard office equipment including a personal computer using program applications applicable to the job.
Follow written and oral instructions.
Education or Formal Training:
A Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a related field; four (4) years of progressively responsible experience and/or training involving civil engineering, design plan review, project management . click apply for full job details
