Associate Civil Engineer/ Civil Engineer

Benefit Eligibility:

This position is hybrid, with remote work and in-office work as needed, however, this position requires mostly office work with occasional field work. The successful candidate must have the ability to drive to various job site locations throughout unincorporated Jefferson County, walk over uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions and compare existing site conditions with construction plans.  The successful candidate must have the ability to drive to various job site locations throughout unincorporated Jefferson County, walk over uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions, and compare existing site conditions with construction plans.   

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience. 

 *Note: intent is to fill one available position, either as a civil engineer or associate civil engineer. 

Associate Civil Engineer: 

*Note: intent is to fill one available position, either as a civil engineer or associate civil engineer. 

Associate Civil Engineer: 

• Serve as design engineer by performing construction oversight and engineering in compliance with Federal, State, and County standards, policies, and procedures. Project types may include roadway improvements, stormwater drainage, traffic signals, signage and striping, and intersection and other road safety improvements.   

• Review the preparation of construction plans and specifications.   

• Represent the county in applicable project meetings or other plan review.   

• Assist other department sections with their projects using their area of expertise.  

• Develop and assist with feasibility studies, engineering calculations, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates for assigned projects. 

• CAD modeling and design efforts for capital improvement projects, including roadways, traffic safety enhancements, and stormwater drainage systems. 

• Coordinate with other county and agency personnel during the design review and construction of projects.  

• Address citizen concerns pertaining to projects assigned.  Participate in community meetings and respond to questions and concerns related to roadway, traffic, and drainage projects. 

• Review design plans and specifications and provide input for constructability and maintenance.   

• Inspect contractors work for accuracy and completion according to construction plans/specifications and industry standards.  

• Coordinate with contractors, construction supervisors, surveyors, Right-of-Way agents, utility companies, and County personnel, during project planning, design, and construction.  Coordinate project activities with adjacent stakeholders and traveling public.  

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

Civil Engineer: 

• Serve as project manager and/or project engineer by performing construction oversight and engineering in compliance with Federal, State, and County standards, policies, and procedures. Project types may include roadway improvements, stormwater drainage, traffic signals, signage and striping, and intersection and other road safety improvements.   

• Prepare and review scopes of work, drainage reports, design memorandums, specifications, and technical documentation.  

• Develop and assist with feasibility studies, engineering calculations, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates for assigned projects. 

• Oversee and review the preparation of construction plans and specifications.   

• Lead CAD modeling and design efforts for capital improvement projects, including roadways, traffic safety enhancements, and stormwater drainage systems. 

• Represent the county in applicable project meetings or other plan review.   

• Assist other department sections with their projects using their area of expertise.  

• Coordinate with other county and agency personnel during the design review and construction of projects.  

• Work closely with local agencies and utility providers to identify and mitigate potential conflicts during design and construction. 

• Address citizen concerns pertaining to projects assigned.   

• Participate in community meetings and respond to questions and concerns related to roadway, traffic, and drainage projects. 

• Collaborate with survey staff, the ROW coordinator, and engineering teams to design and oversee roadway, traffic, and drainage projects, providing clear design assessments that improve constructability and reduce long-term maintenance challenges.  

• Coordinate with the public, construction supervisors, survey crews, ROW agents, utility companies, and County personnel throughout project planning, design, and construction. Address and resolve project-related concerns as they arise. 

• Conduct field inspection activities during project construction and for maintenance preparation.  

• Review design plans and specifications and provide input for constructability and maintenance.   

• Inspect contractors work for accuracy and completion according to construction plans/specifications and industry standards.  

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

• Criminal History and MVR Background Checks are required for every position. 

• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references. 

• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. 

• All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile. 

• Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities  

• A resume and cover letter submitted with your application are encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal.     

• For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs