Engineer

Engineer

At the City of Lone Tree we are committed to hiring individuals who are passionate about their community eager to grow in their careers and motivated to make a meaningful impact. Here you wont just take on a job youll join a dedicated team working to shape a vibrant forward-thinking City. Whether youre driven by public service energized by problem-solving or simply seeking purposeful work alongside exceptional colleagues youll find your place with us.

Position summary

The Engineer performs development review municipal engineering field inspection and assigned capital project delivery to help build a safe connected and resilient community. Construction and stormwater inspection are substantial ongoing responsibilities linking plan review with construction quality and infrastructure acceptance. As an integral member of the Engineering Public Works and City teams the Engineer collaborates with Operations Planning Finance Legal and other City departments as well as applicants consultants contractors and partner agencies to deliver coordinated solutions with integrity accountability and responsive public service. The position exercises engineering judgment within assigned responsibilities with senior engineering collaboration on complex issues and continued professional development.

Key responsibilities

• Review development applications civil plans drainage and traffic studies specifications and engineering permits against City standards and applicable requirements. Prepare clear consistent written comments coordinate referral responses and revisions and track approvals and conditions to support timely development review.
• Evaluate how proposed development affects streets sidewalks drainage utilities access and other public infrastructure emphasizing public safety accessibility multimodal connectivity and long-term maintenance. Identify needed improvements right-of-way and easements. Support improvement agreements and updates to engineering standards.
• Perform regular construction inspections for development and assigned capital projects. Compare work with approved plans and specifications; maintain inspection records document deficiencies coordinate corrections and design changes with the project team and prepare punch lists acceptance recommendations and warranty follow-up.
• Conduct routine grading erosion and sediment control (GESC) inspections. Collaborate with the Senior Stormwater Engineer on drainage reviews stormwater infrastructure acceptance and permit compliance including complex technical determinations.
• Support compliance with the Citys Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit through field inspections document review data collection and coordination with City departments and property owners.
• Provide engineering support for right-of-way grading and floodplain permits including plan review field verification and coordination with Operations. Review traffic control pedestrian accessibility and construction impacts for assigned work.
• Manage assigned capital projects and support multidisciplinary or complex projects as part of the engineering team from scoping through design procurement construction and closeout. Prepare or review scopes cost estimates schedules technical documents bid and proposal materials and consultant deliverables.
• Contribute to the Capital Improvement Program by assessing infrastructure condition defining and prioritizing project needs and coordinating with Public Works management and Finance to estimate and track design and construction costs.
• Monitor consultant and contractor performance construction progress budgets payment requests change requests and contract records. Participate in project meetings resolve field issues within delegated authority and elevate changes affecting scope cost schedule or risk.
• Coordinate with Operations utilities and partner agencies to resolve infrastructure conflicts and translate field findings into practical maintenance or capital recommendations.
• Communicate project status and construction impacts clearly and promptly to City staff residents and businesses; respond to concerns and prepare concise correspondence reports and materials to support informed decisions and maintain public trust.
• Share field knowledge support cross-training and identify improvements to engineering practices and customer service. Support coordinated emergency response as needed.
• Perform other related engineering and Public Works duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in civil engineering construction management or a closely related field.
• At least three years of progressively responsibly experience in municipal engineering development review construction inspection construction management or public infrastructure project delivery.
• Five or more years preferred with demonstrated experience in municipal development review field inspection and capital projects; knowledge of municipal infrastructure standards and the ability to carry projects from plan review through construction and acceptance.
• Ability to interpret plans specifications and standards; exercise sound field judgement manage concurrent assignments; and communicate clearly with technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Engineer Intern certification or Professional Engineer Licensure required; Professional Engineer Licensure preferred.
• Valid drivers license required.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Full-Time position with substantial ongoing field inspection responsibilities and regular office work including outdoor inspections in varying weather and around active construction. The work involves sitting and using a computer standing walking bending kneeling and navigating uneven terrain during site visits; reviewing plans and observing construction details; and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.

Position Range

Hiring Range: $81321 - $101652

Salary Range: $

FLSA: Exempt

Anticipated closing date is November 62026; however applications will be continued to be accepted until the position is filled.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

At the City of Lone Tree we understand the value of investing in our employees well-being and financial security. Thats why we offer a robust benefits package designed to support you and your family.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage plus flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and supplemental health plans.
• Access to onsite gym and Lone Tree Recreation Center.
• Work-Life Balance: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives to support your overall well-being.
• Financial Security: Employer-paid basic life insurance short- and long-term disability coverage and voluntary life insurance options.
• Retirement Planning: Multiple retirement savings options including 457 401(k) and Roth IRA plans as well as participation in PERA and FPPA pension plans.
• Commuter Perks: Enjoy the convenience of an RTD EcoPass for public transportation.

The City of Lone Tree provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity disability genetic information age or any other status protected under federal state and/or local law.

It is your right to access oral or written language assistance sign language interpretation real-time captioning via CART or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you please contact Human Resources at within three business days notice.

Required Experience:

Manager