JOB LOCATION
15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555
City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?
- Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
- Diverse community
- Competitive total compensation package
- Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
- Light rail station minutes away
- On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
- Access to innovation workspaces
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Signing Bonus: New employees are eligible for a $5,000 bonus; with $2,500 paid on the first payroll, and $2,500 paid upon completion of six month introductory period from hire date.
Salary to be Commensurate with experience
The Hiring range for this position is $85,346.62-$106,683.28
The Salary range for this position is $85,346.62-$133,354.10
The deadline to submit applications is Thursday March 28th, 2024. Initial review of submitted applications will commence on Tuesday, March 29th, 2024. However, it is subject to close at any time without prior notice once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
City of Aurora is looking for a motivated self-starter to serve as a Project Engineer for transportation capital improvement projects as part of the Transportation Project Delivery Group of the Engineering Services Division of the Public Works Department. Project Engineers’ primary responsibilities are transportation project management, design development and construction management.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans, reviews, develops, and coordinates the design and construction of utility, roadway, and drainage projects from project conception to completion, including coordination with various federal and state agencies
Designer and engineer of record for transportation projects as assigned
Designs systems and prepares project plans and specifications related to capital improvement projects
Prepares and/or reviews plans, cost estimates, specifications, and procurement documents
Solicits, manages and provides guidance to Engineering Consultants procured for project delivery
Develops conceptual designs and cost estimates for the purposes of project planning
Responds to citizen complaints and inquiries regarding transportation-related projects
Monitors and controls construction progress and expenditures
Performs other related duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education:
Experience:
At least four (4) years of experience in civil engineering, transportation or a related field;
At least two (2) years of experience in municipal engineering work
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge:
Considerable knowledge of current engineering principles and practices applicable to municipal engineering projects
Local, state and federal laws and regulations related to roadway, drainage, erosion control, and utility relocation
Skills:
Strong interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills
Skills in the use of field and office engineering instruments and equipment including a personal computer and related software
Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Make decisions and solve complex technical problems
Interpret municipal codes and criteria
Use computer design software in engineering projects design and review
Work effectively with other employees, outside agencies, contractors, and citizens
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Essential Personnel:
Physical Demands:
Sedentary physical work requiring the ability to lift a maximum of 10 pounds
Frequent walking and standing
Hand/eye coordination for operation of a computer keyboard and engineering instruments
Vision to read and interpret reports and other written documents
Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens
Foot/eye coordination to operate a motor vehicle for field investigations
Work Environment:
Equipment Used:
Personal computer, engineering instruments; electronic components; motor vehicle
This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment
For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.
