Town of Erie
Overview
Make an Impact on the Future of Our Town. Join Town of Erie where your engineering expertise helps shape safe, sustainable, and thriving infrastructure for our community as a Civil Engineer II. Under general supervision of the Civil Engineer III, this position performs professional-level engineering work, including reviewing construction and engineering plans, reports, plats and development agreements. You\'ll take the lead on designing and managing capital improvement projects, preparing cost estimates, and supporting the Town\'s annual budget and long-range planning through the five-year Capital Improvement Plan. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively across departments and with outside agencies while exercising independent judgment and technical skill. Projects may include roadways, bridges, stormwater systems, and water and sanitary utilities, along with managing consultant contracts, grants, and state and federal funding requests. Every member of our team plays a key role in upholding the Town’s mission, vision, and values.
Responsibilities
Prepares and reviews cost estimates for public projects and developer funded projects.
Manages the design and construction of Capital Improvement Projects; prepares contract documents and cost estimates for CIP and development reimbursement.
Serves as project engineer and/or inspector on construction projects such as storm drainage systems, water and sewer utilities, and streets.
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.
Reads and interprets maps, evaluates proposals for annexation, site planning, plats, subdivision plans, landscape plans, trail plans, grading plans, utility plans, perform water calculations, roadway plans and other land use applications.
Reviews agreements, legal descriptions, easements, and ownership deeds and provides input.
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, and housing and transportation to control and guide community development and Urban Renewal.
Ensures projects are in compliance with the Town\'s MS4 Stormwater Permit.
Administrative/Miscellaneous
Prepares reports, reviews comments, completes correspondence, capable of delivering comprehensive presentation of technical information to senior management, Town Council, Town Commissions and the public.
Prepares engineering standards and specifications for the Town, and makes recommendations to supervisor.
Issues public improvement, grading and floodplain permits.
Responds to questions from citizens or developers and provides technical support to staff, contractors, developers, and the public. Research files and maps for walk-in citizens and developers. Issues improvement permits.
Works closely with the planning group and all other departments.
Typically does not supervise others but may supervise lower-level technical and engineering personnel as assigned.
Performs related work as required and assigned.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
At least four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering related to civil infrastructure, construction, drainage, utilities, or transportation engineering
Professional Engineer License (P.E.) through Colorado State Board or through reciprocity within one year
A combination of education and experience may be considered.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in local government or municipality
Four (4) years combined experience with design and/or construction of civil engineering infrastructure projects
Knowledge of state and local civil infrastructure industry standards
Proficiency with ArcGIS, SQL, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Excel, Word, Outlook, and hydraulic modeling programs
Experience with project management, finance, permitting, and project development including alternative project delivery models
Experience with construction contract management, including RFIs, submittals, schedules of values, and change orders
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact positively with a wide variety of people and stakeholders
Certifications/Licenses
Professional Engineer License (P.E.) through Colorado State Board or via reciprocity within one year
Job Details
Work Location: Town Hall – 645 Holbrook St, Erie CO 80516
Onsite required three days a week with the ability to work remote the other two days; schedule may vary
Posting Dates: 10/10/2025 - 11/07/2025
Salary Salary Range: $82,190 - $115,066/year
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range: $88,190 - $98,628/year
Benefits and Perks The Town of Erie offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, education reimbursement, wellness programs, employee discounts, and more.
Equity and Inclusion EEOC Statement: The Town is dedicated to equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by law.
We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-qualified employer.
Location: Denver, CO
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Make an Impact on the Future of Our Town. Join Town of Erie where your engineering expertise helps shape safe, sustainable, and thriving infrastructure for our community as a Civil Engineer II. Under general supervision of the Civil Engineer III, this position performs professional-level engineering work, including reviewing construction and engineering plans, reports, plats and development agreements. You\'ll take the lead on designing and managing capital improvement projects, preparing cost estimates, and supporting the Town\'s annual budget and long-range planning through the five-year Capital Improvement Plan. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively across departments and with outside agencies while exercising independent judgment and technical skill. Projects may include roadways, bridges, stormwater systems, and water and sanitary utilities, along with managing consultant contracts, grants, and state and federal funding requests. Every member of our team plays a key role in upholding the Town’s mission, vision, and values.
Responsibilities
Prepares and reviews cost estimates for public projects and developer funded projects.
Manages the design and construction of Capital Improvement Projects; prepares contract documents and cost estimates for CIP and development reimbursement.
Serves as project engineer and/or inspector on construction projects such as storm drainage systems, water and sewer utilities, and streets.
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.
Reads and interprets maps, evaluates proposals for annexation, site planning, plats, subdivision plans, landscape plans, trail plans, grading plans, utility plans, perform water calculations, roadway plans and other land use applications.
Reviews agreements, legal descriptions, easements, and ownership deeds and provides input.
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, and housing and transportation to control and guide community development and Urban Renewal.
Ensures projects are in compliance with the Town\'s MS4 Stormwater Permit.
Administrative/Miscellaneous
Prepares reports, reviews comments, completes correspondence, capable of delivering comprehensive presentation of technical information to senior management, Town Council, Town Commissions and the public.
Prepares engineering standards and specifications for the Town, and makes recommendations to supervisor.
Issues public improvement, grading and floodplain permits.
Responds to questions from citizens or developers and provides technical support to staff, contractors, developers, and the public. Research files and maps for walk-in citizens and developers. Issues improvement permits.
Works closely with the planning group and all other departments.
Typically does not supervise others but may supervise lower-level technical and engineering personnel as assigned.
Performs related work as required and assigned.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
At least four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering related to civil infrastructure, construction, drainage, utilities, or transportation engineering
Professional Engineer License (P.E.) through Colorado State Board or through reciprocity within one year
A combination of education and experience may be considered.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in local government or municipality
Four (4) years combined experience with design and/or construction of civil engineering infrastructure projects
Knowledge of state and local civil infrastructure industry standards
Proficiency with ArcGIS, SQL, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Excel, Word, Outlook, and hydraulic modeling programs
Experience with project management, finance, permitting, and project development including alternative project delivery models
Experience with construction contract management, including RFIs, submittals, schedules of values, and change orders
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact positively with a wide variety of people and stakeholders
Certifications/Licenses
Professional Engineer License (P.E.) through Colorado State Board or via reciprocity within one year
Job Details
Work Location: Town Hall – 645 Holbrook St, Erie CO 80516
Onsite required three days a week with the ability to work remote the other two days; schedule may vary
Posting Dates: 10/10/2025 - 11/07/2025
Salary Salary Range: $82,190 - $115,066/year
Anticipated Hiring Pay Range: $88,190 - $98,628/year
Benefits and Perks The Town of Erie offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, education reimbursement, wellness programs, employee discounts, and more.
Equity and Inclusion EEOC Statement: The Town is dedicated to equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by law.
We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-qualified employer.
Location: Denver, CO
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