Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
12 years of relevant experience, including 5 years in a supervisory role.
Professional Engineer License in Colorado required.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification required.
Strong understanding of advanced engineering practices and project management.
Responsibilities
Direct engineering design and contract document preparation for water system facilities.
Manage section budget and oversee capital project forecasting and staffing.
Ensure compliance with Denver Water Engineering Standards and industry standards.
Implement policies aligning with the organization's strategic plan.
Provide engineering recommendations for contracts and project management.
Establish quality control and risk management procedures for projects.
Respond to emergency engineering situations requiring immediate decision-making.
Benefits
Formal supervisory responsibilities over engineering staff.
Opportunity to manage significant capital projects valued between $80 million and $200 million.
Engagement with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies.
Involvement in strategic planning and policy development.
Real-time decision-making in critical situations affecting public safety.
Full Job Description
Position Summary
Direct, plan, and administer engineering project design, related support functions and design staff which includes engineers, scientists, and technical staff overseeing for Denver Water's capital projects. Oversee design criteria, quality control, and contract administration for assigned design work with involvement in all division activities.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has formal supervisory responsibilities over other employees.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Direct preparation of engineering designs, plan specifications, and other contract documents for all facilities related to the water system. Evaluate and mitigate risk in designs as well as provide quality control and value engineering on designs and contract documents.
Direct and manage section budget, capital projects, program budgeting, and forecasting. Monitor staffing requirements and resource loading, personnel administration, and hiring.
Responsible for ensuring the development and implementation of highly technical and multidisciplinary Denver Water Engineering Standards, Capital Projects Construction Standards, and industry standards.
Responsible for ensuring project implementation, coordination of functions, and employee matters related to employment, training, promotion, transfer, and discipline are implemented.
Develop and implement policies and programs that align with the organization's strategic plan.
Provide engineering recommendations in the form, substance, cost and administration of studies, professional service contracts, change orders, and contract awards.
Establish quality control procedures, risk management, and mitigation for contract documents and project management. Negotiate and resolve claims and disputes with contractors.
Evaluate and recommend design and development on short- and long-term capital and maintenance projects, providing risk assessment and budget and planning analysis.
Oversee and approve invoices, monthly payments and other cost related functions associated with construction, property, survey and design functions with a $50k signing authority per transaction.
Responsible for the annual delivery of capital and maintenance programs totaling $80 million to over $200 million in project value.
Responds to emergency and unplanned events that requires engineering assistance at all times, which may require real time technical decision making on system fixes that have immediate staff and public safety ramifications.
Maintain liaison with outside agencies relating to engineering design and construction activities.
Represent the Chief Engineering Officer at meetings or conferences.
Perform related work as required.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in an Engineering discipline or a related field.
Master's Degree in Engineering, Business, or associated field preferred.
Minimum 12 years of related work experience including 5 years supervisory experience.
Any equivalent combination of certifications, education, or experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities for the position.
Licenses, Registration, and Certifications
Professional Engineer License - Colorado required.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification from PMI is required.
May be required to possess and maintain a valid Class 'R' Colorado driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record within 1 month of hire.
Skills/Competencies
Understanding of advanced engineering practices.
Knowledge in development of multi-discipline engineering designs and contract documents.
Advanced knowledge of project management.
Knowledge of engineering standards and their implementation.
Knowledge of Facility Commissioning and Startup principles, procedures and testing requirements.
