Job Title: | City Engineer | Department: | Engineering |
FLSA Status: | Exempt | Division: | Engineering |
Reports To: | Engineering Director | Classification: | Full-time Regular |
Requisition: | 1675 | Hiring Range: | $118,690.00-$166,166.00/year |
Opening Date: | Thursday, February 19, 2026 | Closing Date: | Open Until Filled |
Schedule: | Standard hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; a four 10-hour day schedule may be available. |
NATURE OF WORK: The City Engineer is under general direction and manages the activities and operations of the Engineering Division; responsible for a variety of work assignments related to civil engineering, surveying, drafting, technical studies, report preparation, and production of maps, drawings, plans, and details for streets, water, wastewater, irrigation, traffic control, and storm drainage facilities. |
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES |
- Employee possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform all the essential duties of the job safely and satisfactorily, including, but not limited to municipal governance, teamwork, problem-solving, relationship-building, customer service, detail oriented, technology/equipment proficiency, policy adherence, time management, result-orientation, research and analyzing data, decision-making, self-motivation, stewardship, integrity, and upholding our EDGE core values.
- Ability to listen to, read, understand, and communicate the English language both orally and in writing so others can understand, such as correspondence, report writing, and emails.
- To support consistent high-quality service for our community and each other, it is the expectation of all employees to be punctual and have good attendance and to communicate effectively for scheduling conflicts or when taking leave according to city policy.
- Oversees and performs professional engineering services for development review of public improvements; oversees the design and construction of capital improvement projects for various City departments.
- Supervises design, review, and inspection of private and City construction projects to ensure compliance with City standards and specifications, including streets, pavement design, drainage design, landscaping, utilities, grading, and related items.
- Reviews the work of consultants and ensures the timely completion of projects within the established budget. Reviews and advises on contract change orders.
- Provides reviews for annexations, platting, developer’s agreements, and related development requirements and agreements.
- Meets with developers, design engineers, and contractors, to resolve design and construction issues to meet City’s standards and specifications.
- Performs and oversees engineering studies and calculations for possible infrastructure construction by the City; reviews and approves construction plans, drainage reports, and utility studies. Prepares and delivers graphic presentations and illustrations for reports and studies.
- Develops and monitors annual work plans for capital improvement and development review sections. Resolves technical problems related to the design and construction of capital improvements.
- Represents the City in meetings with professional organizations, other public agencies, and the public; serves on City Manager appointed committees; meets and confers with groups and organizations concerning municipal issues and services assists City Leadership in assessing local needs and updating the strategic plan for the future of the department, the City, and the community.
- Maintains a thorough knowledge of federal and state laws, local statutes, ordinances, standards, procedures, and trends related to division’s functions, and ensures their implementation.
- Performs the duties of Floodplain Administrator or supervises City designated Floodplain Administrator.
- Represents the City in regional groups concerning transportation, water quality, air quality, and stormwater management. Serves as the City representative on various boards.
- Knowledge of engineering principles, drafting techniques, equipment, materials, and procedures.
- Knowledge of the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) standard specifications for bridge and highway construction.
- Knowledge of water, wastewater, and stormwater master plans and comprehensive plans.
- Skill in interpreting engineering construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
- Knowledge of the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) standard specifications for bridge and highway construction.
- Knowledge of water, wastewater, and stormwater master plans and comprehensive plans.
- Skill in interpreting engineering construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
- Skill in preparing plans, maps, and drawings.
- Skill in the use of computer aided design (CAD) and geographic information systems (GIS).
- Skill in project management and electronic project delivery methods
- As a member of the City of Evans team, employees are privileged to serve each other and the community, therefore, will be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.
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EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSURE |
Required: - Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
- 7 or more years of experience in Civil Engineering.
- Valid Colorado Driver’s License or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
- Colorado Professional Engineering (PE) License or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
- Ability to obtain Floodplain Manager Certification (CFM) within one year of hire.
Preferred: - Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Experience in public/municipal sector.
- Master’s degree in civil engineering, Public Administration, or related field.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
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PHYSICAL AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT |
*The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for prolonged periods. The employee is regularly required to exercise visual concentration, listen, talk, stand, reach, twist, and demonstrate manual dexterity. The employee is required to focus attention on tasks without losing concentration or becoming distracted by surrounding activities and interruptions. The employee is also required to kneel, squat, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 80 pounds on an occasional basis. Work is generally performed in an office setting. |
Our Mission To deliver sustainable, citizen driven services for the health,
safety, and welfare of the community. Our Values Empower. Deliver. Grow. Engage. |
This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and other essential functions expected of an employee and subject to change at any time. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee. |
The City of Evans conducts pre-employment physical exams, drug testing, and background investigations as a condition of employment. A positive drug screen test for marijuana will disqualify a candidate from being considered for employment, regardless of whether the use is recreational or medical (red card). Apply online at www.evanscolorado.gov City of Evans, Human Resources, 1100 37th Street, Evans, CO 80620 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER |
