Public Works Engineering Superintendent

Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $103,275.00 - $114,894.00 annually, depending on skills and qualifications. 

Work Schedule:  Generally, Monday-Friday, 40 hours or more per week, may work evenings, weekends, and holidays as determined by the needs of the Town and for problem resolution.

NATURE OF WORK 
As a senior leader in Public Works, the Public Works Engineering Superintendent position performs supervisory, management, and highly skilled analytic (Pavement Management) and administrative work in planning, developing, directing, and managing operations and maintenance activities, and is responsible for capital improvement projects of the Town’s streets, traffic control devices, storm drainage, water, and sewer infrastructure, including approximately 273 centerline miles of roadway.

This position leads the Streets and Storm Drainage Division, overseeing a team that delivers essential public services across a wide range of assets, including roadways, alleyways, parking lots, bridges, culverts, concrete curbs, gutters, and sidewalks, along with ADA ramps, storm drainage systems, traffic control devices, street lighting, and pavement markings. The Superintendent ensures the successful execution of daily operations as well as complex capital projects such as pavement management, roadway rehabilitation, pavement preservation, utility replacements, drainage improvements, and infrastructure upgrades.

The role is responsible for budgeting, capital planning, contracting, and regulatory coordination, as well as technical oversight of construction plans, traffic control, and pavement management programs. This position works closely with internal departments, regional partners, and utility providers, and plays a key role in emergency response and organizational coordination.
As a leader, the Superintendent is responsible for staff development, performance management, and building a high-performing team, while also providing strategic recommendations and presentations to executive leadership and the Town Board.

Individuals in this position are required to perform work in a manner consistent with and exemplary of the town’s PRIDE philosophy and the town’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED 
The individual in the Public Works Engineering Superintendent role works under the direct supervision of the Director of Public Works to carry out assigned duties, functions, roles and projects in both routine and complex circumstances.

SUPERVISION/LEADERSHIP EXERCISED  
Exercises supervision of the Public Works Street Operations Supervisor & Public Works Construction Inspector.
The individual in the Public Works Engineering Superintendent role is assigned specific assignments, job duties, scope, authority, responsibility, roles, and requirements as determined by the town and pursuant to laws, regulations, and practices. Individuals in this position must be able to successfully perform, be responsible for, and/or assist in the fulfillment of many job functions and duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive:

Public Works

• Develop, implement, and monitor budget, goals, and objectives; Conduct research and make recommendations to the Director of Public Works concerning decisions and commitments involving large expenditures with significant impact not only on the town organization but also on the community as a whole; develop and manage assigned staff in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Plan, coordinate, implement, and review the programs and projects of the streets division’s operations, which includes work plans for assigned projects for items such as project management of streets and storm drainage projects, cost estimates, and program development.
• This position functions as a member of the Streets Divisions management team and is responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the activities and expenditures to ensure that the work is performed according to appropriate guidelines, policies, and regulations.  Develops maintenance plans for assigned work for the street operations.  Ensures completion of maintenance plans in accordance with proscribed timeframes and levels of service.
• Plan, develop, design, and implement programs and projects of the specialized Public Works teams; establish goals and objectives; assist the Public Works Director in long-range planning for the department.  Oversee departmental strategic plans and objectives to ensure alignment with the Public Works Director’s expectations and the town’s mission, vision, values, plans, objectives, and expectations.
• Reviews and manages all Right-of-Way repair permits in the Town’s permitting system, including evaluation of traffic control plans, site plans, and compliance with MUTCD and Town Street Standards, verification of required bonds, and oversight of field activities such as potholing and restoration of pavement, sidewalks, alleys, and related infrastructure.
• Serves as a resource for the division; provides administrative and technical staff assistance to the sector.  Coordinates services, planning, and work with other divisions, departments, governmental agencies, and community agencies/organizations, such as CDOT, Weld & Larimer Counties, XCEL Energy, and Poudre Valley REA.
• Responds to citizen’s request for service on all town-maintained streets and roads, roadsides, rights-of-ways, bridges, medians, sidewalks/curb & gutters, open spaces, easements, storm drainage systems, and other areas within the Town of Windsor within 48 hours.  Answers questions and provides information to the public. Investigates concerns or complaints and recommends necessary action to resolve issues. Responds respectfully and professionally to citizens’ complaints and inquiries.
• Assists the Public Works Director with placing staff on-call for emergency events and planned events such as snow and ice removal and flooding situations.
• Contribute to the effectiveness of team decision-making and management by providing information, sharing resources, participating and adapting work schedules to accomplish goals and projects.
• Develop new programs and concepts through extensive analysis and interpretations of data and facts.
• Makes recommendations for the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Plan utilization of resources such as personnel and equipment to meet normal and emergency conditions; schedule work in a manner to avoid unnecessary delay.
• Prepare and conduct coaching plans on a regular basis for all direct reports.
• Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate the performance of assigned staff and teams, champions employee engagement, involvement, accountability, and a culture of service.
• Prepare, analyze and present budgets and monitor costs, efficiencies, controls, ensuring that these align with town and Department objectives.
• Prepare and/or review proposals, contracts, cost estimates, intergovernmental agreements and related documents. 
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff directly and indirectly.  Interview, select and hire employees and oversee disciplinary actions in coordinated approach with Director of Public Works and Human Resources as appropriate. 
• Review work schedules and staffing levels to ensure delivery of services in accordance with established levels of service.
• Develop and maintain effective teamwork. 
• Resolve disputes and implement solutions using sound management and conflict resolution skills.
• Ensure the completion of daily work progress inputs into Cartography software program, and ensures this data is used to compile reports and maps needed by the Public Works Department.
• Manage the effective use of the Division's resources to improve organizational productivity and levels of service. 
• Evaluate operations and services; develop, recommend and implement long-term and short-term improvements. 
• Collect, monitor and analyze Division levels of service to ensure efficiency, effectiveness; creates action plans for improvement as needed. Oversee the development and administration of safety & training programs for conformance with policies and laws; monitor training and work results including evaluation of accidents, injuries and claims. 
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with representatives of the community, citizens, employees, and public interest groups.
• Communicate effectively verbally in face-to-face and one-to-one setting, using a telephone and in person.
• Develop communication plans and tools to drive proactive messaging; build awareness and positive perceptions of Division activities.
• Motivate, engage and lead employees in a culture of service.
• Identify and integrate new technologies into division and town operations.
• Exercise initiative, sound judgment, and decision making within the scope of authority.
• Solicit feedback from staff; work to implement new ideas and procedures.
• Plan, coordinate and arrange for appropriate training of assigned Public Works teams, and ensure that teams support and comply with, engage in and understand applicable safety standards, best practices and town/department safety regulations and expectations, engage in safe work practices, reporting and addressing safety and risk matters appropriately and timely.
• Review and coordinate department budgets with Director of Public Works; present and defend budget proposal; administer expenditures and revenues through monitoring of budgets; authorize purchases of supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Asses needs working with the Director of Public Works to determine necessity of capital improvements and equipment acquisition.
• Make presentations and recommendations to the Director of Public Works, Town Manager, Town Board, staff, citizen advisory groups, community organizations, etc.
• Review proposed ordinances, regulations, plans, specifications, sketches, notes, prints, and technical reports related to projects and activities for content, accuracy, and feasibility; requisition materials and supplies; maintain detailed record system by collecting, assembling, and analyzing data, and preparing periodic reports.
• Prepare a variety of reports and projects as requested by the Director of Public Works. Perform related work as required and assigned. May perform as Acting Public Works Director in the absence of the Public Works Director.
• Provide professional advice on issues to Director, Department Head, Town Manager, and Town Board; presents to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups, and the general public. 
• Maintains contact with town employees, vendors, contractors, and the public regarding
• Prepares annual performance evaluations that clearly define expectations. Documents performance highlights and provides regular feedback to employees.
• Communicates information from management to staff in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate official plans, policies, and procedures to staff and the general public. Serves as a liaison and maintains contact with town employees, vendors, contractors the public, and other departments as well as state, local, and other public officials regarding town streets, traffic, and rights-of-way.   Answer letters of inquiry and addresses public and civic organizations, which inform the public of policies, procedures, and the availability of facilities for public use.  

Independence of Action

• This is one position class where the employee is expected to exercise independent judgment and apply technical and professional skills in achieving work tasks. Work is reviewed through observation, inspection for accuracy and by results obtained. Supervisor is involved on problems of major impact.

Engineering

• Has advanced knowledge of the town’s infrastructure and makes valuable recommendations for capital improvement priorities.    
• Advanced knowledge of infrastructure construction materials and methods and able to effectively communicate with construction personnel and manage projects.
• Engineering design and/or management of town infrastructure projects, including accurate record keeping and compliance with rules and regulations of outside funding agency, if applicable.  
• Directs oversight of related CIP projects and prepares and implements the Division's CIP-associated projects by making work and budget recommendations, reviewing plans, estimating time, material, and costs, providing technical input, and assisting the Engineering staff as directed.
• Communicates clearly and appropriately with the public (using good customer service and problem-solving skills) and in various other forums (reports, memos, meetings with a contractors, developers and board meetings).
• Prepares work schedules for complex projects, develops budgets, and programs activities of project teams. Provides training and coaching of other engineers and technicians. 
• Accurately analyzes data from different surveys and reports (i.e. traffic studies, parking, grading certificates) to make recommendations (reports) for action or in-action or direction as requested.  
• Manage special/complex projects as assigned (i.e. Pavement Management, State and Federal Grants Applications, Flood Plain Management, Drainage, Master Utility Plan etc.)  which includes all tracking, record keeping, recommendations and administration.  
• Plan utilization of resources such as personnel and equipment to meet normal and emergency conditions; schedule work in a manner to avoid unnecessary delays.
• Prepare and conduct coaching plans on a regular basis for all direct reports.
• Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate the performance of assigned staff and teams, champions employee engagement, involvement, accountability, and a culture of service.
• Prepare, analyze and present budgets and monitor costs, efficiencies, controls, ensuring that these align with town and Department objectives.
• Prepare and/or review proposals, contracts, cost estimates, intergovernmental agreements and related documents. 
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff directly and indirectly.  Interview, select and hire employees and oversee disciplinary actions in a coordinated approach with the Director of Public Works and Human Resources as appropriate. 
• Review work schedules and staffing levels to ensure delivery of services in accordance with established levels of service.
• Develop and maintain effective teamwork. 
• Review designs submitted by private developers and/or technical consultants for compliance with the town’s approved standards, generally accepted engineering standards and previously approved subdivision grading plans.  
• Conducts site inspections.  Monitors and ensures compliance with the approved engineering plans and specifications on assigned projects.  Responsible for coordinating the resolution of conflicts when the construction plans are not in accordance with the criteria or existing field conditions.
• Works effectively, respectfully, and efficiently with technical/engineering consultants to revise project designs to achieve compliance with the standards referenced above.  
• Performs related duties as established by law/ordinance or reasonably directed by the town.  
• Ensure that all safety regulations and policies are understood.

OTHER DUTIES:
Depending on organizational need, additional duties may include the following:

• The Public Works Engineering Superintendent position is part of the snow removal program, which includes scheduled on-call responsibilities typically during the months of October to April.  The Public Works Engineering - Superintendent is required to review and acknowledge the Snow Guidelines annually. 
• The Public Works Engineering Superintendent position participates in the Shared Fleet Vehicle Program, which requires an annual motor vehicle record check.
• Skills in operating staff vehicles and pickup trucks as required for travel in this position. 
• May participate in Town employee committees, special projects that are directly or indirectly related to essential job functions, or assignments as required.
• Continues educational and certification requirements in order to remain abreast of current methods and procedures.
• Provides twenty-four-hour on-call support when necessary.
• Performs research as directed, such as discovering new technology or tools, market research, etc.
• Performs related duties as established by law/ordinance or reasonably directed by the town.Assist other departments/divisions as necessary.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND FORMAL TRAINING

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation/Traffic Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible work experience in Engineering, Public Works Operations (Pavement Management, Streets & Alleyways, Storm Drainage, Utilities - Water Distribution & Wastewater Collection systems), Construction Management, including at least three (3) years of supervisory or management experience, are required
• Equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES

• A valid Colorado Driver’s License that meets the Town of Windsor’s standards and ability to maintain throughout employment
• Current Colorado Professional Engineering License is required.
• One or more Certifications are preferred; a minimum of one Certification within six (6) years of hire is required:
  1. APWA Public Infrastructure Inspector Certification (CPII) ability to obtain.
  2. APWA Rocky Mountain Public Works Institute, or the ability to obtain 
  3. Colorado LTAP Supervisory Skills & Development Program, or the ability to obtain
• FEMA Training Certificates: 100, 200, 700, and 800 obtained within two (2) years of employment
• CPR/1st Aid certification within three (3) months of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Considerable knowledge of public works operations methods and administration.  
• Considerable knowledge of the equipment, facilities, operations, and techniques used in subordinate work units.  
• Considerable knowledge of public works operations maintenance.  
• Broad knowledge of human resource management techniques and practices.  Working knowledge of town personnel rules. Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the town and the department. 
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration, including organizational development, management, budgeting, employee supervision, and training. Knowledge of principles and practices of facility maintenance and safety practices.
• Skill in understanding and responding to customer needs. Skill in the operation of an automobile/pick-up truck as required for travel in this position; Skill in effective public relations; Skill in reading and correctly interpreting construction drawings, specifications and plans; Efficient computer skills; Skill in writing letters, memos, reports, and other written correspondence.
• Exercises sound judgment and initiative to plan, organize, assign, and review staff work; operates effectively with limited supervision while aligning efforts to departmental goals and community needs.
• Leads and manages personnel by communicating clearly, motivating and developing staff, addressing performance issues, and fostering effective working relationships with diverse employees, the public, and partner agencies.
• Analyzes operations and resources to support decision-making, including budgeting, reporting, and program evaluation; prioritizes and organizes work to meet deadlines, adapt to changing demands, maintain safety and confidentiality, and respond effectively to problems and emergencies.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration, including organizational development, management, budgeting, employee supervision, and training.
• Ability to read and understand maintenance text to identify repair components and to complete operational tasks. Ability to understand and work from schematics and blueprints. 
• Ability to perform on-call duties as assigned. 
• Ability to work successfully in a team environment. 
• Works independently with initiative to complete tasks efficiently; follows through on commitments, communicates proactively about deadlines, and incorporates constructive feedback to improve performance.
• Builds and maintains effective relationships with team members, staff, and customers; demonstrates professionalism, positivity, and respect in all interactions, and responds to concerns with appropriate adjustments.
• Understands organizational liability and applies risk mitigation practices; promotes workplace safety by modeling safe behaviors and identifying/reporting hazards.
• Advanced knowledge of traffic and transportation engineering practices and principles to provide guidance to street network planning, design, and operations.
• Ability to use standard office equipment, computer equipment, and software, including Microsoft Office applications, Locating system, Springbrook software, Cartegraph software, NEOGOV program, Envisio program, Vaisala Mobile Weather Stations System, PlowOps GPS system, AutoCAD Map 3D, ArcGIS Pro, Adobe Pro, BidNet, and utility map systems. 
• Regular and reliable attendance during regularly scheduled work hours. Ability and willingness to manage after-hour activities and emergencies, i.e., utility emergencies, seasonal storm events, etc.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include additional work when required, working weekends and holidays as needed, and working on-call status with a maximum one-hour response time for yearly on-call rotation and for snow emergencies.
• Ability to be reached in emergencies, such as a cellphone.
• Ability to interpret and implement Town policies, resolutions, ordinances, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to remain tactful, helpful, and friendly in dealing with the public and other employees.
• Skills in operating staff vehicles and pickup trucks as required for travel in this position. 
• Skills in effective public relations. 
• Ability to read and correctly interpret construction drawings/blueprints/schematics, specifications, plans, and technical manuals.
• Skills in writing letters, memos, reports, and other written correspondence.
• Possess a combination of technical, analytical, organizational, communication, and interpersonal relationship skills and professionalism.
• Ability to demonstrate high integrity, resourcefulness, and sound and consistent judgement in the execution of all duties.  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong ability to implement strategic goals and plans.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with fellow workers, superiors, town officials, outside agencies and the general public; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

EQUIPMENT and MATERIALS USED
Materials and equipment used include, but may not be limited to the following:

1. Equipment: The position requires the use of various equipment: computers, tablets, or other digital equipment, digital cameras, copiers, printers, scanners, telephones, two-way radios, and relevant software systems. Operate staff vehicles, refueling stations, fluid dispensing systems, hand tools, wash facility & equipment.
2. Materials: The position requires the use of a variety of materials, including fuel, oil, lubricants, and cleaning supplies. Paints, lacquers/thinners/solvents, adhesives, fuels, degreasers, grease, oils, refrigerants, antifreeze, concrete/cement, dirt/backfill, chemical hardeners, concrete sealers, asphalt materials, and other materials as needed.

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. The Town of Windsor reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other responsibilities as necessary, with or without notice.
 
Additional Information:
This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. The Town of Windsor reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other responsibilities as necessary, with or without notice.
 
Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation:
The Town of Windsor is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with the Colorado Protections for Public Workers Act (PROPWA) and other applicable laws. The town prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), gender (regardless of gender identity or gender expression), sexual orientation, color, religion, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.
 
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, including during the application and hiring process. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please contact us at HRM@windsorgov.com.

Salary : $103,275 - $149,748