Salary: See Position Description
Location : City Engineering - City of Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type: Classified - Full Time
Job Number: 18276
Division: Public Works
Department: Stormwater Engineering
Opening Date: 07/23/2026
Closing Date: 8/6/2026 4:00 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt

Description / Position Overview
Engineer I or II - Stormwater Engineering

About the Job: The City of Colorado Springs is seeking a talented and experienced Stormwater Engineer to join our team and oversee the design and construction projects for the Stormwater Enterprise. The ideal candidate will play a key role in planning, managing, and coordinating various design and construction projects and will work closely with other departmental stakeholders to ensure the success of these projects.
Depending on the qualifications of the candidate selected, this position will be filled at either the Engineer I or Engineer II level.

Hiring range for the Engineer I position: $71,986.30 - $86,418.13 Annually
Hiring range for the Engineer II position: $85,525.56 - $102,671.74 Annually
For more information on our growth opportunities, please look at the 2026 City of Colorado Springs Salary Schedule

Key responsibilities will include:

• Manage and administer design and construction contracts for civil engineering projects for the Stormwater Enterprise Capital program
• Plan, oversee and manage the design and construction projects for Stormwater Enterprise, ensuring that all projects are completed within budget and on schedule
• Coordinate with various stakeholders, consultants, and contractors to ensure efficient project delivery
• Prepare requests for proposals and bids, lead the selection process for contracted design and construction services
• Negotiate contracts, and oversee construction inspection and testing
• Establish project schedules, monitor project budgets, and allocate resources in a manner that ensures project success
• Coordinate with stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and other city departments
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and municipal laws
• Maintain project documentation files and records, including documenting project progress, budget, and operations
• Develop standard procedures and policies related to project management
• Work with a team of project management professionals to discuss implementation strategies for the program.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Engineer I:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related area of study.
• This is an entry level position and prior experience is not required.
• Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary driver's license not subject to restrictions.

Engineer II:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related area of study.
• Three years of full-time, professional experience in a related field.
• Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary driver's license not subject to restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.

• Possess a current Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Experience in capital project design and management
• Experience with water resource engineering projects
• Experience in procurement, contract compliance, and/ or contract administration
• Experience in bookkeeping, or managing a budget in a professional setting
• Experience working in a federal and/or municipal government setting

Additional Information
Please contact City Recruiting at [email protected] if you have any questions regarding this position.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.

Apply to Join Our Team

• Please visit the and review our opportunities. Click on Apply button to complete an online application for any position of interest. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a Government Jobs user ID and password).

• Completing your application in full, including the entire work experience section, will assist Human Resources in the applicant screening process. Your application may not be considered if all of the information requested for each employer you list is not provided.

• Applicants may redact information from their resumes, certifications, transcripts, or any other additional application materials that identify the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

• We encourage candidates with out-of-state credentials to inquire about expedited processing of Colorado licensing with the Colorado Occupational Credential Portability Program. More information can be found at the

• Our Government Jobs application system does not allow you to edit your application after it has been submitted for a position. If you want to make changes, you may submit another application prior to the position's closing date and time listed in the job posting. HR will review the last application you submit for a position.

The City's job classifications, including physical demands and descriptions, can be found on the

You can view the status of your application on the

To be notified of future career opportunities sign up for job alerts on the page.
Working for the City of Colorado Springs is Rewarding!

Please visit the City of Colorado Springs' for additional benefits information.

The City of Colorado Springs is a place where people want to come to work each day. We have a culture of excellence, and we strive to provide our employees with the very best overall career experience and Total Rewards. We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to meet the needs of our employees and their families.
01

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• Less than high school
• High School diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or above

02

How many years of relevant experience do you possess?

• Less than one year
• One or more years
• Two or more years
• Three or more years
• Four or more years
• Five or more years
• Six or more years
• Seven or more years
• Eight or more years
• Nine or more years
• Ten or more years

03

Please explain, in written detail, your experience including your role and where you gained your experience. Please type N/A if not applicable.
04

Do you possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restrictions?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you currently possess a valid Professional Engineer (PE) License?

• Yes
• No

06

Which role are you most interested in?

• Engineer I
• Engineer II
• Open to either role

Required Question