Salary: $96,852.00 - $115,008.00 Annually
Location : Denver Metro, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: CDOT Region 1
Opening Date: 07/14/2026
Closing Date: 7/26/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: 2829 W. Howard Pl.Denver, CO 80204
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: [email protected]
Hiring Pay Rate: The 2026 Step Pay Program may increase the salary range for employees with time in the class series.
How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Description of Job

About the Work Unit

The Utilities Engineering unit at the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) provides support to the Denver Metro area design and construction personnel, by coordinating all required utility, railroad, and irrigation ditch company activities. The unit coordinates, designs, accommodates, and relocates utility installations and railroad construction activities, which ensures the timely completion of transportation projects for advertisement and construction.
About the position
CDOT is looking for a Utility Engineering Project Manager to oversee the coordination, accommodation, and clearing of utility and special use activities for the Denver Metro area. You will provide utility engineering experience and be the regional contact for utility companies and governmental agencies. This includes providing utility-related pre-construction programming guidance, design guidance, and budgets for CDOT highway construction projects and overseeing consultant contracts.

Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with CDOT personnel on potential utility, irrigation, and railroad conflicts due to CDOT construction plan design; recommend solutions to avoid and/or mitigate conflicts, which can affect project plans, budget, and schedule;
• Conduct formal plan reviews of all Denver Metro area transportation project with regards to any potential impact to utilities, irrigation ditches and railroads; develop detailed cost estimates and funding requirements, and address any funding requirements; certify eligibility and initiate the process for reimbursement for eligible incurred costs to the impacted utility owners;
• Provide project management strategies and solutions for statewide utility installations; oversee the issuance of all utility clearances on assigned CDOT, local agency, and railroad Section 130 projects; provide oversight and direction for the issuance of all Utility and Special Use Permits in the Denver Metro area;
• Attend region plan status, scoping, FIR/FOR, pre-construction and project meetings to address and resolve utility conflicts;
• Schedule and lead region wide joint utility meetings with local agencies, area utilities, and railroad representatives to discuss CDOT construction plans; provide direction to local agencies and utility companies regarding project decisions that affect CDOT right-of-way;
• Negotiate agreements for relocation of critical infrastructure facilities; draft, budget, and process all utility related agreements in the region; track the progress of agreements and the associated funding through the system, ensuring that funds are obligated;
• Supervise the Utilities Unit by delegating and monitoring work assignments, authorizing and approving time sheets and leave requests; set unit strategy and goals; prepare and conduct performance reviews; train and mentor employees;
• Other job duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Primarily 8:00 am - 5:00 pm work hours, Monday-Friday, potential for flex time
• Ability to work from home 1-3 days a week
• Approximately 10% spent in the field, 90% spent in the office
• Travel required during work hours throughout Metro Denver/Front Range
• Occasional overnight travel 1-3 times a year throughout Colorado
• Required to work in proximity to heavy traffic, in variable weather, and over variable terrain

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
Experience Only:

• At least 9 years of experience with a primary focus in transportation engineering project management and/or utilities coordination, management, design, or agreements.

OR

Education and Experience:

• A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least nine (9) years.
  
  • Education from an accredited college or university with coursework in Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Land Use/Development, Law, Planning, Project Management, Public Administration, or another field of study related to the duties of this position will be considered.
  • Experience with a primary focus in transportation engineering project management and/or utilities coordination, management, design, or agreements will be considered.

Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. "See Resume" statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.

College Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or an official foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school, completed credit hours, and (if applicable) that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential evaluation report must be an official report. Failure to provide a transcript or official foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.
• A current valid driver's license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Theexceptional applicantwill be an experienced project manager and will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following:

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section;
• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position;
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience reading and interpreting road or utility design and construction plans;
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience of Utility Professional Standards, AASHTO Roadside Design Guide, FHWA Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, Colorado Highway Utility Code, Utility Accommodation Code (§ C.C.R. 601-18), Damage Prevention Law (§ C.R.S. 9-1.1-101-08), CDOT Standard Specification & Standard Plans, CDOT Project Development Manual, CDOT Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, CDOT Construction Manual, CDOT M&S Standard Plans;
• Leadership and vision across multidisciplinary groups;
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment;
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments;
• Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner;
• Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders with sensitivity to their needs, priorities, promises made and commitments;
• Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills;
• Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization and multi-tasking ability;
• Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem-solving ability;
• Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral;
• Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy;
• Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations;
• Passion for safety;
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Gmail and Google Applications, SAP, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.

Supplemental Information
Applicant Checklist
Complete Applications must include the following documents:

1. A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
2. A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)
3. A cover letter that describes your interest in this position, how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement.
4. A detailed chronological resume. Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.
5. If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing completed coursework and credit hours, that your degree has been conferred (if applicable), and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
6. If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.

Please note that you may redact information on your attachments that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected.