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◦ Manage 1-2 capital improvement projects, supporting planning, design, bidding, and construction phases
◦ Assist in reviewing engineering designs and coordinating with consulting firms
◦ Oversee construction activities, ensuring work aligns with specifications, budgets, and timelines
◦ Perform field visits and inspections to support design and construction progress
◦ Prepare bid documents and assist in evaluating proposals
◦ Work with senior engineers and project managers to gain increasing responsibility and autonomy over time

◦ Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
◦ Minimum 4 years of experience in civil engineering with a focus on water/wastewater projects
◦ Be a current PE holder or have the ability to obtain a PE license within one year of hire
◦ Strong understanding of underground infrastructure, pumping systems, or distribution/collection networks
◦ Comfortable working in the field as well as the office
◦ Eager to grow into a more advanced project management role over time
◦ Mechanical engineers with relevant experience are also encouraged to apply

◦ Impactful work - You’ll directly contribute to projects that protect public health and improve community infrastructure
◦ Growth-focused - Get hands-on experience and mentorship with a clear path to increasing responsibility
◦ Work-life balance - Enjoy a supportive environment without the pressures of billable hours
◦ Full project exposure - From early design to construction, see your work through to completion

◦ Coordinate and manage water and wastewater capital projects with other City staff, local, state, and federal governmental agencies, engineers, contractors, and the public in order to sustain or enhance service levels to the public.
◦ Prepare Request for Proposals (RFP's) and then select, administer and manage contracts for and reviews the design of capital projects by consultants from conceptual studies to final design.
◦ Negotiate utility easements with property owners.
◦ Manage the bidding process for construction projects according to City policies and procedures.
◦ Procure contractors and provide construction management oversight, including construction inspection services, for water and wastewater projects.
◦ Manage construction contracts to ensure budget, contract and schedule compliance.
◦ Advise the City regarding unforeseen construction problems and negotiates change orders with contractors.
◦ Supervise and ensure completion of as-built construction plans by contractors and consultants.
◦ Prepare purchase order and other project correspondence, review and approve contractor pay estimates.
◦ Complete the Project Management tasks listed above with significant input and assistance from the Senior Civil Engineer.
◦ May manage projects and help to coordinate minor repair work during emergency operations.
◦ During emergency operations Civil Engineer II's will be responsible for completing small designs to ensure these repairs are made.
◦ Review and revise City Master Plans and Development Standards on a periodic basis.
◦ Assist development review staff in ensuring planned utilities associated with developments are accurately sized and can be maintained by staff in the future and conform to adopted master plans.

◦ May present to the Loveland Utilities Commission, Construction Advisory Board, Planning Commission, County Flood Review Board, and City Council.
◦ Compose a wide range of written communications ranging from memos and letters to detailed reports in support of the utility's mission to provide reliable service to customers.
◦ Knowledge of current water and wastewater State standards trends in the industry relating to design and construction activities.
◦ Provide guidance to support staff and consultants in the collection of field information and design work.
◦ Performs other duties as assigned

◦ This position has no supervisory or Management Responsibilities.

◦ Required: 4 Year/Bachelors Degree - Civil Engineering, Water Resource Engineering or closely related field. Eight (8) years of education and/or experience may substitute for the Bachelor's degree

◦ Required: 4 Years - Responsible engineering experience related to the design and construction of public water and wastewater systems required. Without a Bachelor's degree, the combination of education and/or experience is a minimum of 12 years.

◦ Must possess a valid driver's license.
◦ Current Colorado Professional Engineer registration or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire date required

◦ Thorough understanding of the administration, design and construction of public water, and wastewater systems including pressurized potable water distribution, storage tanks, and pump stations, gravity sewer, and lift stations.
◦ Knowledge of pipe material and pipe joining mechanisms, coating systems, rehabilitation techniques, and an ability to analyze the constructability of concepts.
◦ Knowledge and experience in budgeting, design, administration, delivery methods, and construction management of water and wastewater utility infrastructure.
◦ Knowledge of software packages and computers with respect to project management, GIS, AutoCAD, and hydraulic modeling.

◦ Frequent: Minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.
◦ Occasional: Light to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks. Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.

◦ Frequent: Exposure to routine office noise and equipment.
◦ Occasional: Exposure to hazards that are predictable or well protected against.
◦ Occasional: Exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements

◦ Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
◦ A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
◦ Discounted Chilson Center passes
◦ Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
◦ Flexible spending including Dependent Care
◦ Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
◦ Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
◦ A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
◦ Voluntary 529 College Invest program
◦ Tuition Reimbursement
◦ Employee Referral Program
◦ Personal and Professional Development opportunities
◦ Employee Recognition Program
◦ Exceptional work-life balance
◦ Market based pay & regular performance reviews
◦ Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program