Engineering Manager - Capital Projects

• Provides oversight and leadership for the delivery of complex, multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects and programs throughout the planning, design, land acquisition, and construction phases.
• Manages a team of diverse professionals to deliver high-quality capital projects within the available budget and established time frames.
• Oversees capital budget development and fiscal controls to ensure project funding complies with grant requirements, and city and department policies; monitors expenses to ensure adherence to established budgets.
• Recommends projects for inclusion in the proposed Capital Improvement Program, including detailed cost estimates and schedules, based on City Council goals.
• Develops and presents information and recommendations to the Director of Public Works, City Manager, Planning Commission, and City Council.
• Consults with city leadership and stakeholders to establish project plans and goals; ensures a clear scope of work is defined and formulated for each capital project as a part of the project development process.
• Ensures delivery of capital projects on time, within the allowed budget, and to a high level of quality. Ensures conformance with standards and industry best practices.
• Ensures projects comply with applicable city, state, and federal regulations and standards; provides quality assurance and control checks on project deliverables.
• Guides procurement strategies and delivery method selection (e.g. design-bid-build, design-build, CM/GC); participates in bid preparation, evaluation, negotiation, and contract administration.
• Collaborates and communicates with other city departments, other municipalities, business organizations, private utility companies, sewer and water districts, and other internal & external stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
• Develops and sustains productive relationships with staff at the Colorado Department of Transportation, Jefferson County, Denver Regional Council of Governments, Mile High Flood District, Metro Water Recovery District, Denver Water, and other entities.
• Negotiates long-term agreements with entities such as RTD, metropolitan districts and other governmental entities.
• Manages consultant and contractor performance to ensure high-quality results and services are in line with city expectations.
• Tracks project performance, analyzes trends, identifies risks, and recommends or implements corrective actions; communicates project status, risks, and outcomes clearly and effectively.
• Reviews and interprets engineering plans, specifications, surveys, and other construction documents.
• Ensures timely and effective public involvement in project development through project construction.
• Provides mentoring, technical guidance, and leadership to Division team members.
• Collaborates closely with other Department Division Managers and other city staff.
• Performs special projects and other assignments as determined by the Director of Public Works.

• Supervision Received: Works with considerable independence with general guidance from the Director of Public Works.

• Strategic, results-driven leader with experience delivering complex, public-sector projects and programs.
• Strong technical capabilities and sound judgment in managing schedule, budget, risk, and quality.
• Effective decision maker able to balance competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborative communicator who can clearly convey technical information to diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and resolve escalated project issues.
• Ethical steward of public funds.
• Comprehensive understanding of federal, state, and city policies, standards and systems, and industry best practices.
• Excellent facilitation and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong municipal project design and construction management expertise.
• Record of continuing education and professional development.

• Proficiency utilizing design software such as AutoCAD.

• Experience:

• Five or more years of progressively increasing responsibility in civil engineering. Some municipal engineering experience is preferred.
• Three or more years of successful supervisory experience that includes supervision of full-time staff.

• Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States and Colorado registration within six months after hire.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle record required.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Must successfully complete and maintain required state or departmental physical standards and certifications.

LIGHT WORK: Exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

Physical Demands

• Bend or position self to move items from higher place to lower place or vice versa
• Sit, stand or be stationary
• Talk, hear, converse, communicate, or exchange information
• Use of hands and/or fingers in a repetitive motion to handle, pinch, grasp, move, feel, inspect, etc.
• Walk, ascend, descend on both even and uneven terrain
• Vision to include distance, depth perception, peripheral and color

Environmental Conditions may include

• Office settings

Physical Requirements – No Physical Needed

• Lift, carry, push, pull, move, or positions from all levels up to 30 lbs with or without assistance

The City of Lakewood is a drug-free workplace that provides employment opportunities in compliance with all pertinent federal, state, and local laws. All Lakewood employees are expected to work and complete all tasks in a safe manner consistent with training, standard operating procedures, City or Department policies, and common sense. Working in a safe manner includes the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and complying with all City and/or Department safety rules. Horseplay on-the-job is strictly forbidden. The failure to work in a safe manner, use PPE, follow standard operating procedure, or comply with a safety rule will result adverse employment consequences ranging from verbal discipline to termination from employment, including any applicable reduction in benefits under the Colorado Workers’ Compensation Act. Employees are also expected to encourage safe work practices by all co-employees, and to report any unsafe work practices immediately to a supervisor. 

The City of Lakewood celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion in all areas of our workforce. Accordingly, the city is committed to creating, nurturing and sustaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our community and employees.