Civil Engineer Level I/II - Water/Wastewater

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Civil Engineer performs professional engineering and project management for water and wastewater infrastructure. Provides technical expertise and leads staff in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of transmission, distribution, and pumping systems. Supports the Utility’s role in the City’s development review process and contributes technical analysis related to hydraulics, design, and constructability.

Civil Engineer I: The salary range for this position is $95,505.28 - $128,932.13 annually, with a hiring range of $95,505.28 - $112,218.70, depending on qualifications and experience.
Civil Engineer II: The salary range for this position is $104,737.6 - $146,632.30 annually, with a hiring range of $104,737.36 - $125,684.83, depending on qualifications and experience.

This opportunity will be open until filled with first round of candidate screening beginning Wednesday November 11, 2026.

A current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred.

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• Accountability & Integrity
• Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust
• Collaboration, Innovation
• Safety
• Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness.

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Essential Functions Level I:

• Prepares Requests for Proposals and administers consultant contracts for capital project design, including review of conceptual through final design documents.
• Conducts negotiations with property owners to secure required utility easements
• Administers the competitive bidding process for construction projects in accordance with City policies and procurement requirements.
• Procures contractors and provides construction management oversight, including inspection services, for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Manages construction contracts to ensure adherence to approved budgets, schedules, and contractual obligations.
• Identifies and evaluates unforeseen construction issues and assists in negotiating contract change orders.
• Ensures completion, accuracy, and compliance of as‑built construction drawings prepared by contractors and consultants.
• Prepares project correspondence, including purchase orders, and reviews and approves contractor pay applications.
• Performs project management duties with direction from the Senior Civil Engineer and supports emergency operations by coordinating minor repairs and preparing limited design solutions.
• Contributes to periodic updates of City Master Plans and Development Standards and supports development review by evaluating utility sizing, maintainability, and compliance with adopted Water and Wastewater Development Standards.

Essential Functions Level II:

• Coordinate and manage water and wastewater capital projects, working with internal departments, external agencies, consultants, contractors, and the public.
• Develop, administer, and oversee consultant and construction contracts, including preparing procurement documents, participating in selection processes, and ensuring compliance with City policies.
• Lead and review project planning and design activities, including technical analyses, constructability reviews, and development‑related utility evaluations.
• Acquire and manage easements and other property rights required for Utility infrastructure.
• Oversee bidding, procurement, and construction activities, providing field oversight, inspection coordination, and documentation as needed.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and scopes, including reviewing contractor pay requests, approving project correspondence, and ensuring accurate as‑built documentation.
• Address construction issues by evaluating alternatives, recommending solutions, and negotiating contract changes or modifications.
• Prepare and review cost estimates, support capital budget development, and contribute to updates of Utility master plans, standards, and related planning documents.
• Support Utility participation in development review processes to ensure proposed infrastructure meets Utility requirements and long‑term operational needs.
• Participate in emergency response activities by managing repair projects, preparing necessary design solutions, and providing thorough documentation of work and decisions.

Other Job Functions:

• May present to the Loveland Utilities Commission, Construction Advisory Board, Planning Commission, County Flood Review Board, and City Council.
• Compose a wide range of written communications ranging from memos and letters to detailed reports in support of the utility's mission to provide reliable service to customers.
• Knowledge of current water and wastewater State standards trends in the industry relating to design and construction activities.
• Provide guidance to support staff and consultants in the collection of field information and design work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Additional Job Functions Level II
  • Prepare agenda materials and deliver presentations on Utility projects to City boards, commissions, and Council.
  • Maintain current knowledge of water and wastewater standards, regulations, and industry practices related to Utility design and construction.

Job Level and Management Expectations:

• There are no manager/supervisor expectations for this role.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Required: 4 Year/Bachelors Degree: Civil Engineering, Water Resource Engineering or closely related field. Eight (8) years of education and/or experience may substitute for the Bachelor's degree.

Experience:

• Required Level I: 4 Years r esponsible engineering experience related to the design and construction of public water and wastewater systems required. Without a Bachelor's degree, the combination of education and/or experience is a minimum of 12 years.
• Required Level II: 8 Years r esponsible engineering experience related to the design and construction of public water and wastewater systems required. Without a Bachelor's degree, the combination of education and/or experience is a minimum of 16 years.
• Preferred: 2 Years experience reviewing and enforcing standards for water and wastewater infrastructure on site and land development projects, or experience designing and managing projects that include public water and wastewater systems.

Certifications:

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Current Colorado Professional Engineer registration or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire date required.
• Current Colorado Professional Engineer registration required for Civil Engineer Level II.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of the administration, design and construction of public water, and wastewater systems including pressurized potable water distribution, storage tanks, and pump stations, gravity sewer, and lift stations.
• Knowledge of pipe material and pipe joining mechanisms, coating systems, rehabilitation techniques, and an ability to analyze the constructability of concepts.
• Knowledge and experience in budgeting, design, administration, delivery methods, and construction management of water and wastewater utility infrastructure.
• Knowledge of software packages and computers with respect to project management, GIS, AutoCAD, and hydraulic modeling.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Frequent: Minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.
• Occasional: Light to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks. Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.

Working Environment:

• Frequent: Exposure to routine office noise and equipment.
• Occasional: Exposure to hazards that are predictable or well protected against.
• Occasional: Exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
• A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
• Discounted Chilson Center passes
• Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
• Flexible spending including Dependent Care
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
• A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 529 College Invest program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Market based pay & regular performance reviews
• Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment 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.

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