Project Manager I/II or Civil Engineer (contract) ID- 9122

  • $45 to $69 Hourly
  • Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
  • Contractor
Salary: $45.41 - $68.63 Hourly
Location : City of Thornton; Infrastructure Maintenance Center, CO
Job Type: Contract Full-Time
Job Number: 25043
Department: Infrastructure
Division: Engineering
Opening Date: 02/21/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
WORK HOURS: STANDARD 40 HOUR WORKWEEK
PROBATION: NONE, NOT CAREER SERVICE
STATUS 2: FLSA EXEMPT/EXCLUDED
BENEFITS: SEE BENEFITS TAB

2025 Salary Ranges
Project Manager I: $45.41 - $59.94/hr
Project Manager II: $48.59 - $64.14/hr
Civil Engineer: $52.00 - $68.63/hr
We are pleased to announce this **NEW CONTRACT** position. This position is an essential part of our Engineering Services team. As a contract employee you will still accrue vacation and sick time off and enjoy paid holidays and other perks of working at the City of Thornton! This position is ideal for an contract employee, with the potential of conversion to a regular position in the future.

Please ask HR for more details if you want to learn more before or after you apply. Email jobs@thorntonco.gov

  • The ideal candidate is someone who has moderate to extensive experience as a Civil Engineer with direct experience with Water Resources and/or Environmental emphasis.
  • Experience working on pump stations, wells, pipelines, and/or water treatment is preferred.

Additional Job Details Below:

Under specified direction, manages, administers, and coordinates various water, sewer, storm drainage, facility, water treatment, roadway, intersection, traffic signal, and other projects related to the area assigned while ensuring conformance with applicable city, state, and federal standards.

Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and may be filled by advancement from the Project Manager I level or, when filled from the outside, require previous and directly related experience.

Project Manager l:

Under direction, this is the entry-level class in the Project Manager l/ll/Civil Engineer series. Incumbents entering the class are required to have related work experience. Generally, work is observed and reviewed both during performance and upon completion. Positions at this level oversee and concurrently direct various moderately complex capital improvement projects, development projects and engineering system models. Moderately complex projects include, but are not limited to: small development projects, pipeline rehabilitation, valve replacement, hydrant replacement, treated water system improvements, and trail connections.

Project Manager ll:

Under general direction, this is a journey-level class in the Project Manager l/ll/Civil Engineer series. Incumbents in the class are required to have extensive related work experience, and are expected to perform the full range of duties assigned to this class and to work independently, exercising independent judgment and initiative. Generally, positions at this level oversee and concurrently direct numerous complex capital improvement projects, development projects and engineering system models. Complex projects may include, but are not limited to: roadway widenings, intersection improvements, complex development projects, water storage reservoirs, storm drainage systems, and large diameter pipelines.

Civil Engineer:

Under general direction, this is a licensed journey-level class in the Project Manager l/ll/Civil Engineer series. Incumbents in this class are expected to perform the full range of duties assigned to this class and to work independently, exercising independent judgment and initiative. Positions at this level concurrently oversee and direct numerous complex to very complex capital improvement projects, development projects, and engineering system models. Very complex projects may include, but are not limited to: utility master plans, water pump stations, very complex development projects, sanitary sewer lift stations, and water treatment facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

Administers and coordinates capital improvement projects to ensure conformance with applicable city, state and federal standards.

Provides staff assistance to engineering and capital projects supervisors and managers.

Oversees and directs the design of capital improvement projects, ensuring that the projects are designed within budget and schedule. Coordinates and prepares project design, and reviews construction plans, specifications, and engineering calculations.

Reviews designs and approves changes; develops technical solutions; serves as a team leader.

Assists or manages and coordinates the activities of construction projects; reviews or analyzes and evaluates construction on site for compliance with contract documents. Makes recommendations for technical solutions to problems encountered during project design and on-site inspections.

Performs engineering services for review of development projects; reviews and approves construction plans, drainage reports and utility studies for conformance to City standards. Provides reviews to City Development.

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Collects or develops technical and financial information regarding construction projects to an engineering or capital projects supervisor or manager. Collects and develops technical data for traffic studies and performs traffic engineering studies. Assists in the preparation of capital improvement budget requests; prepares budget requests and cost estimates.

Schedules, conducts, and coordinates pre-construction meetings with Contract Administration, design engineers, contractors, public utilities and adjacent municipalities as needed.

Conducts public meetings; responds to inquiries and complaints from the public. Resolves disputes with contractors and vendors.

Prepares technical reports, project progress reports, project review meeting reports and surveys. Prepares and maintains comprehensive technical documentation.

Performs traffic signal timing and coordination. Evaluates traffic signing and pavement marking for conformance with applicable codes.

May perform elements of GIS mapping as required.

May prepare grant applications.

May provide functional supervision or coordinate work activities of assigned staff.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
Project Manager l:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural/Engineering/Construction Management, or related field from an accredited college or university; two years of related job experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Project Manager ll:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural/Engineering/Construction Management, or related field from an accredited college or university; minimum of four years job related experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Civil Engineer:
Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Colorado. Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university; minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in development review, engineering design, traffic engineering, construction management or related area including two years experience managing major capital improvements, development projects, or traffic engineering design. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:
Valid Colorado driver's license with a safe driving record for the Infrastructure Department. May need the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as the job requires for the City Development Department.

Project Manager l:
No certification required.

Project Manager ll:
Possession of a current Engineer Intern (EI) certification in the State of Colorado is required.

Civil Engineer:
Possession of a current Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Colorado is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Project Manager l:
Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the City of Thornton and the department.
Knowledge of basic applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Knowledge of structural design.
Knowledge of the organization, purpose, current issues, projects, and employee responsibilities of the department.
Knowledge of the theory, principles, practices, and methods of construction management.
Knowledge of surveying, mathematics and soil mechanics.
Knowledge of the methods of construction budget administration.
Knowledge of hydrology, hydraulic/fluid mechanics engineering, utility design, roadway design, traffic engineering, and other basic engineering principles.
Knowledge in analyzing and evaluating information accurately.
Knowledge in interpreting engineering plans and specifications.
Skill in developing technical documentation and preparing accurate construction records.
Skill in basic interpretation of engineering plans and specifications.
Skill in reading and understanding construction drawings and specifications.
Ability to listen well and communicate effectively orally and in writing with various audiences.
Ability to use standard office equipment, computer equipment and software including word processing, data base management, spreadsheet applications, GIS mapping and electronic mail.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, builders, contractors and community members.

Project Manager ll and Civil Engineer:
In addition to previous requirements:
Knowledge of advanced principles of engineering, project administration, inspection and structural design.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of geo-technical testing.
Knowledge of and ability to detect the defects and faults likely to occur in construction.
Knowledge of the right-of-way acquisition and eminent domain (condemnation) processes.
Skill in analyzing and evaluating information accurately.
Skill in interpreting engineering plans and specifications.
Skill in communicating and resolving difficult concerns of the public, designers, contractors, and outside agencies.
Skill in applying the following principles: traffic engineering; roadway design; hydrology; and hydraulic/fluid mechanics engineering.
Ability to develop detailed construction cost estimates for capital improvement projects of varying size and complexity.
Ability to develop project schedules using scheduling software with an in-depth understanding of project milestones, the critical path method, and project task deadlines as it relates to capital improvement projects.
Ability to convert abstract ideas into easily understood procedural guidance.
Ability to effectively analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project the consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of work plans and goals.
Ability to use initiative and independent judgment appropriately.
Ability to research, develop and lead formal and informal presentations and discussions with diverse groups.
Ability to supervise, direct and train employees.
Ability to coordinate and negotiate with developers, contractors, architects, residents and other employees to seek project designs' meeting community needs and minimize future maintenance costs.
Ability to prepare grant applications.

Physical and Mental Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk, stand, sit, kneel, squat, stoop, see, hear, speak, demonstrate manual dexterity and perform light lifting.

TESTING PROCEDURES
Examinations may include but are not limited to application screening beyond minimum qualifications; written, oral, practical exercise or any combination thereof or other job related assessment deemed appropriate by Human Resources.

Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration.

As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions.
The City of Thornton is an equal opportunity employer.
The City of Thornton offers employees an outstanding benefits package. Benefit eligibility is based on the status of the position. Please email Jobs@thorntonco.gov to receive a copy of our 2025 Benefits Guide.

Benefits offered may include the following depending on the job type/status of the position:
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life, Dependent Life & Supplemental Life Insurance Options
  • Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy
  • Flexible Spending Plan
  • Retiree Health Savings Plan
  • Pension Plan & Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Short & Long-term Disability Plans
  • Paid Holidays
  • Vacation & Sick Leave
  • Multilingual Incentive Pay
  • Recreation Pass
  • Wellness Program - Learn more
  • In-House Training Opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Hybrid Schedules

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Select the highest level of education that you have completed.
  • Do NOT have High School Diploma or GED
  • High School/GED
  • Some College
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree or higher

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How many years of related work experience do you have? Your answer must be substantiated in your application.
  • None
  • Less than one year
  • 1 to 5 years
  • 5 to 7 years
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