Public Works - Project Manager - CIP

This posting will remain open continuously until filled.

The Town of Castle Rock’s future and the quality of that depend on the choices we make today. Do you want to be part of a team that make decisions that work now while preserving and protecting Castle Rock’s identity and quality of life for the future? We value teamwork, cooperation, and quality communication.  We strive to provide exceptional public service to our customers and encourage creativity and innovation. We welcome all that share those values to apply.

Working for the Town of Castle Rock includes:

• The opportunity to make a difference in our community 
• Career Advancement Programs
• Employee well-being program
• Competitive total compensation with an excellent benefits package
• Free membership to the MAC or Recreation Center
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manages the planning, design, ROW procurement, and construction of capital improvement projects including transportation, stormwater, and municipal infrastructure.
• Defines project scope, budget, and schedule; develops cost estimates and funding strategies.
• Manages the procurement of ROW, including coordinating appraisals, negotiations, easement acquisition, legal documentation, and compliance with federal and state requirements.
• Prepares and reviews Requests for Proposals (RFPs), manages consultant selection, and oversees design, ROW acquisition consultants, and construction contracts.
• Coordinates with other Town departments, outside agencies, utilities, consultants, and contractors to ensure projects are completed in accordance with Town standards and applicable regulations.
• Facilitates public involvement, stakeholder outreach, and Council/Commission presentations.
• Oversees design review, permitting, and plan approval processes; ensures constructability, compliance with Town policies, and integration with other Town initiatives.
• Manages the construction phase including pre‑construction meetings, inspection coordination, pay applications, change orders, and field issue resolution.
• Utilizes project management software and digital collaboration tools such as Bluebeam, MS Project, and GIS to track schedules, budgets, ROW acquisition milestones, and submittals.
• Ensures as‑built documentation, warranty follow‑up, and final acceptance of infrastructure.
• Provides technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced staff and assists in developing project management procedures and templates.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required

Minimum Qualifications:

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:  A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

Experience: Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering, project management, or public infrastructure delivery, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience 

Licenses and/or Certifications Required: A valid Colorado driver's license

Preferred Qualifications: Colorado Professional Engineer’s (PE) license 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of civil engineering, municipal infrastructure design, and construction management.
• Strong understanding of public procurement, budgeting, contract administration, and ROW acquisition processes.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects, balancing technical, financial, legal, and political considerations.
• Familiarity and/or proficiency in MS Office Suite, Bluebeam, MS Project, AutoCAD, and GIS‑based tools for design and project tracking.
• Ability to interpret and apply Town standards, policies, specifications, and Town/State/Federal ROW regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentations.
• Effective collaboration and problem‑solving skills with consultants, contractors, property owners, staff, and the public.
• Ability to make independent technical decisions and exercise sound professional judgment.

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work for long periods of time
• Occasional physical work lifting no more than 10 pounds
• Occasional lifting, carrying, walking and standing
• Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Frequent hand/eye coordination to operate personal computer and office equipment
• Vision for reading, recording and interpreting information
• Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens 

Work Environment: 

• Works primarily in a clean, comfortable environment
• This position will conduct on-site project evaluations and attend out of office meetings 

• Regular field inspections and site meetings under varying weather conditions

Equipment Used: 

• Uses standard office equipment including a personal computer system
• This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.

Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check and driving record check prior to commencing employment.

The Town of Castle Rock is an equal opportunity employer.