Associate Civil Engineer/ Civil Engineer

Job Description

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
10/18/26
Division:
Transportation & Engineering Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

We are hiring for either a Construction Manager or Associate Civil Engineer, depending on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. This recruitment is designed to consider applicants with a range of construction management and civil engineering experience. Candidates do not need to determine which level to apply for-the hiring team will evaluate each applicant’s education, experience, technical knowledge, and demonstrated skills to determine which role most closely aligns with their qualifications. We encourage qualified candidates interested in either level to apply.

The successfulAssociate Civil Engineerapplicant will work in the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) group of Jefferson County Transportation & EngineeringDivision andis responsible forperforming engineering activities and construction management related to CIP projects involving roadway, bridge, stormwater drainage, and traffic operations projects. This will include, but is not limited to:

• Track project budgets.

• Respond to citizen questions and concerns.

• Review contractor project schedules.

• Review and develop project plans and project specifications,

• Perform entry level technical engineering analysis and calculations.

• Inspect construction work and record observations.

The successfulCivil Engineerapplicant will work in the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) group of Jefferson County Transportation & Engineering Division andis responsible forleading construction projects related to the Capital Improvements Program involving roadway, bridge, stormwater drainage, and traffic operations projects.This will include, but is not limited to:

• Manageproject budgets.

• Respond to citizen questions and concerns.

• Review contactor project schedules.

• Reviewand developproject plans and project specifications, provide engineering analysis and calculations.

• Representsthe County at applicable meetings for the project assigned.

This positionprovidesthe opportunity to work for a county that thrives on working collaboratively and overcoming challenges in a solution-focused manner. Jefferson County Development and Transportation Department is a collaborative group thatprovidesthe opportunity to take conceptual design and watch it transform into part of the community reality. We value and respect an autonomous work environment with generous support and guidance from the entire D&T team to ensure the delivery of quality services to and on behalf of our community.

SCHEDULE:

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.

COMPENSATION:

Associate Civil Engineer:

Hiring Range: $85,000- $98,500USD Annually

Compensation will bedeterminedbased on education,experienceand skills.

Civil Engineer:

Hiring Range:$100,000-$114,500USD Annually

Compensation will bedeterminedbased on education,experienceand skills.

BENEFITS:

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

* Note : intent is to fill oneavailableposition, 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.

• Assistother department sections with their projects using their area of expertise.

• Develop andassistwith 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 concernspertaining toprojects assigned. Participate in community meetings and respond to questions and concerns related to roadway, traffic, and drainage projects.

• Review design plansand 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/orproject 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 andassistwith feasibility studies, engineering calculations, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates for assigned projects.

• Oversee and r eview 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.

• Assistother 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 toidentifyand mitigate potential conflicts during design and construction.

• Address citizen concernspertaining toprojects 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 andindustry standards.

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Associate Civil Engineer:

Experience:One year of experience in civil engineering, roadway construction, or related field.

Education:Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field. ( from ABET accredited college )

License/Certifications:Engineer-In-Training (EIT) / Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) at time of hire.

The exceptional candidate will have:

• Educational background with a focus on civil engineering - roads, bridges, and drainage, traffic engineering, or transportation engineering.

• Experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D,Cartegraph(OpenGov), Adobe Acrobat Pro, Bluebeam, HEC-RAS, HY-8, and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word).

• Experience working in the public sector.

• Construction plan development experience.

• Ability to collaborate with various individuals to solve problems.

• Understanding of local, state, and federal regulations and design standards.

• Strong written and oral communication.

• Demonstrating initiative, innovation, and resiliency.

• Strong time management and prioritization skills.

• Ability to work on multiple complex projects at one time.

• Experience in running meetings with large groups and speaking in front of boards and commissions.

Civil Engineer:

Experience:Fouryears of experience in civil engineering, roadway construction, or related field.

Education:Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field(From ABET accredited college)

License/Certifications:Professional Engineer (PE) License at time of hire.

The exceptional candidate will have:

• Educational background with a focus on civil engineering - roads, bridges, and drainage, traffic engineering, or transportation engineering.

• Experience usingAutoCADCivil 3D,Cartegraph(OpenGov), Adobe Acrobat Pro, Bluebeam,HEC-RAS, HY-8,and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word).

• Experience working in the public sector.

• Construction plandevelopment andreview experience.

• Ability to collaborate with various individuals to solve problems.

• Understanding of local, state, and federal regulations and design standards.

• Strong written and oral communication.

• Demonstrating initiative, innovation, and resiliency.

• Strong time management and prioritization skills.

• Ability to work on multiple complex projects at one time.

• Experience in running meetings with large groups and speaking in front of boards and commissions.

Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities toapplyand Jefferson County is committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. Forassistancewith applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact careertalent@jeffco.us . This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

Additional Job Information:

• Criminal History and MVR Background Checks arerequiredfor every position.

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

• In any materials yousubmit, 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.

APPLICATION:

• Qualified applicants are encouraged to applyimmediately. All applicants mustsubmitan 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 lettersubmittedwith 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

Questions?Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us

Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum one year

Certifications:

Languages:

Category:
Engineering & Construction Services