Roadway Maintenance Manager

E-470 Public Highway Authority

$120K — $145K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in public infrastructure construction and/or maintenance management
  • Knowledge of highway infrastructure construction and maintenance principles
  • Familiarity with engineering principles in public works projects
  • Proficient in basic computations for bid quantities
  • Excellent management, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and solve problems effectively
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and GIS applications

Responsibilities

  • Administer asset management plans, including inspection and reporting
  • Assist in project development and procurement of maintenance contractors
  • Inspect contractor work for quality and compliance, serving as a field representative
  • Coordinate with adjoining agencies on infrastructure maintenance
  • Conduct research, develop scopes of work, and prepare project bids
  • Respond to customer complaints about maintenance and construction issues
  • Oversee routine maintenance activities by contractors

Benefits

  • 3 medical plan options with 100% PHA-paid coverage for employees and their families
  • Comprehensive dental and vision plans, fully paid by PHA
  • Life insurance at twice the annual salary and full short- & long-term disability coverage
  • Confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and financial support
  • Access to professional development opportunities, including training and certifications
  • Flexible paid time off that accumulates with length of service
  • Reimbursement for commuting and business-related tolls
Full Job Description
Salary: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00 Annually
Location : Aurora, CO
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Department: Maintenance
Opening Date: 06/25/2026
Closing Date: 7/10/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt

Description

This Roadway Maintenance Manager is responsible for managing Authority infrastructure assets to provide a high-quality roadway and driving experience for our customers. This includes evaluation and inspection, as well as planning, coordinating, developing, and overseeing work performed by contractors and design consultants for the Authority's roadway, trail, and bridges.
Responsibilities

  • Administers asset management plan, including inspection, documentation and reporting.
  • Assists with project development, bid and procurement of maintenance contractors.
  • Inspects contractor work for quality and compliance with project specifications and standards; serves as the Authority's field representative on maintenance related projects; gives direction and negotiates with contractors.
  • Coordinates with adjoining agencies for operation and maintenance of infrastructure.
  • Conducts research and analysis; develops scopes of work and project bid documents that meet budgets; prepares cost estimates and schedules for projects; reviews and recommends payment of consultant and contractor monthly invoices; administers contracts; prepares budget reports.
  • Responds to customer complaints regarding maintenance and construction related issues.
  • Assist with preparation of annual budget.
  • Coordinates and oversees routine maintenance activities by contractors such as erosion repairs and revegetation, street lights, pavement markings, sign replacement, guardrail repairs, culvert cleaning, snow removal.
  • Ability to work occasional weekends and/or nights as needed to supervise routine or emergency maintenance related activities.

Typical Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in public infrastructure construction and /or maintenance management.
  • Knowledge of basic principles related to construction and maintenance of highway infrastructure, including MS4 stormwater permitting.
  • Ability to learn and apply engineering principles related to public works construction and maintenance projects including highway design and construction standards.
  • Ability to complete basic computations to prepare bid quantities and verify quantities of completed work.
  • Successful applicant will have excellent management, communication and interpersonal skills and be an energetic team player.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision and have excellent, problem-solving skills. Must be flexible and able to handle a variety of tasks.
  • Excellent computer skills required including Microsoft Office and working knowledge of GIS applications.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering


2026 E470 Public Highway Authority Summary of Benefits

E470 Public Highway Authority provides a competitive, comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee health, financial stability, professional development, and overall well-being.

Medical & Prescription Plan: 3 plan options to choose from
  • United Healthcare Low-Deductible Plan (PPO4)
    • Coverage plans for employee, spouse and/or dependents (100% PHA-paid)
    • No monthly premium for employees
    • Plan is eligible for an employee funded Flex Spending Account (FSA)
  • Kaiser Permanente No-Deductible Plan (KP-HMO 45)
    • Coverage plans for employee, spouse and/or dependents (100% PHA-paid)
    • No monthly premium for employees
    • Plan is eligible for an employee funded Flex Spending Account (FSA)
  • United Healthcare High-Deductible Plan (HDHP5)
    • The Authority will cover 90% of the plan premiums.
    • The Authority will fully fund the employee HSA Account


Plan

Employee Monthly Premium

HSA Employer Contribution

Employee Only

$56.00

$4,400

Couple

$118.00

$8,750

EE w/child

$93.00

$8,750

Family

$160.00

$8,750
Dental Plan: Delta Dental
  • Coverage for employee, spouse and dependents (100% PHA-paid)
Vision Plan: VSP
  • Coverage for employee, spouse and dependents (100% PHA-paid)
Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
  • Life Insurance coverage for employees at two times annual salary (100% PHA-paid)
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability for employee at 2/3 of salary (100% PHA-paid)


Employee Assistance Plan
  • EAP for employees and dependents (100% PHA paid)
  • The Employee Assistance Program provides confidential support for counseling, personal matters, financial issues, and family challenges.
  • Modern Health & All One Health - 6 counseling sessions per year, per incident

Retirement Plans
  • International City Management Association (ICMA)
  • PHA employees are eligible to participate in three retirement plans:

Plan Type

Participation

Vesting

Percentage

401(a)

Automatic

100% upon enrollment

10%

401(a)

Mandatory

100% at hire

6.2% each from employer & employee

457

Voluntary

100% upon enrollment

Employer match up to $3,000

ROTH

Voluntary

Employee only

Employee election; post-tax
Time Off
  • PTO is a combination of Sick & Personal Leave
  • Employees may accumulate up to a maximum of 500 PTO hours


Length of Service

PTO Earned

One month through four years

16 Hours for each full month of service

Four years, one month through nine years

18 Hours for each full month of service

Over nine years

20 Hours for each full month of service
Paid Holidays
  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King Day
  • President's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veteran's Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Day After Thanksgiving
  • Christmas Day
  • Float (Executive Director designated

Toll Reimbursement
  • All commuting and business-related tolls
Professional Development
  • Employees have access to paid professional development opportunities, including workshops, conferences, training programs, and certifications.
  • Work directly with your manager to identify opportunities and budget allocations.

01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Master's degree
  • Professional degree
  • Doctorate degree

02

Do you have a minimum of 10 years of experience in public infrastructure construction and /or maintenance management?
  • Yes
  • No

03

Do you have experience managing or supervising staff?
  • Yes
  • No

04

Do you currently live in the State of Colorado or are you able to relocate at your own expense?
  • Currently live in the State of Colorado
  • Able to relocate at my own expense
  • Do not currently live in Colorado and am unable to relocate.

Required Question

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