Construction Manager or Associate Civil Engineer

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:

10/18/26

Division:

Transportation & Engineering Division

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefit Eligibility:

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

We are hiring for either a Construction Manager or Associate Civil Engineer, depending on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. This recruitment is designed to consider applicants with a range of construction management and civil engineering experience. Candidates do not need to determine which level to apply for—the hiring team will evaluate each applicant’s education, experience, technical knowledge, and demonstrated skills to determine which role most closely aligns with their qualifications. We encourage qualified candidates interested in either level to apply.

The successful Construction Manager applicant will work in the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) group of the Jefferson County Transportation & Engineering Division and is responsible for performing engineering activities and construction management related to CIP projects involving roadway, bridge, stormwater drainage, and traffic operations projects.  This will include, but is not limited to:

• Heavy emphasis on inspecting construction work and documenting observations.
• Assisting with drafting project direction and correspondence to the contractor.
• Assisting with tracking quantities for contractors pay applications.
• Assisting with contractor project schedule review.
• Reviewing project plans and project specifications.
• Respond to citizen questions and concerns.

The successful Associate Civil Engineer applicant will work in the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) group of Jefferson County Transportation & Engineering Division and is responsible for performing engineering activities and construction management related to CIP projects involving roadway, bridge, stormwater drainage, and traffic operations projects.  This will include, but is not limited to:

• Inspect construction work and documenting observations. 
• Track project budgets and prepare pay estimates.
• Assist with drafting project direction and correspondence to the contractor.
• Respond to citizen questions and concerns. 
• Review contractor project schedules. 
• Review project plans and project specifications, perform entry level technical engineering analysis and calculations.

This position provides the opportunity to work for a county that thrives on working collaboratively and overcoming challenges in a solution-focused manner. Jefferson County Development and Transportation Department of which Transportation & Engineering Division is a part of, is a collaborative department that provides the opportunity to take conceptual design and watch it transform into part of the community reality. We value and respect an autonomous work environment with generous support and guidance from the entire D&T team to ensure the delivery of quality services to and on behalf of our community.

SCHEDULE:

This position operates on a typical 8-hour five-day work week (Monday-Friday). This position is in person, with field work and in-office work as needed. This position requires over 70% field work and under 30% office work. The successful candidate must have the ability to drive to various job site locations throughout unincorporated Jefferson County, walk over uneven terrain in a variety of weather conditions, and compare existing site conditions with construction plans.   

BENEFITS:

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more. For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Serve as construction manager and/or project engineer by performing construction oversight and engineering in compliance with Federal, State, and County standards, policies, and procedures. Project types may include roadway improvements, stormwater drainage, traffic signals, signage and striping, and intersection and other road safety improvements.  
• Review the preparation of construction plans and specifications.  
• Represent the county in applicable project meetings or other plan review.  
• Assist other division sections with their projects using their area of expertise. 
• Coordinate with other county and agency personnel during the design review and construction of projects. 
• Address citizen concerns pertaining to projects assigned.  
• Conduct field inspection activities during project construction and for maintenance (warranty) preparation. 
• Review design plans and specifications and provide input for constructability and maintenance.  
• Inspect contractors work for accuracy and completion according to construction plans/specifications and industry CDOT standards. 
• Participate in review of initial Critical Path Method (CPM) project schedules and evaluate monthly CPM schedule updates.  
• Measure quantities, document work progress with writing inspection reports (daily diaries) and taking photographs and prepare monthly progress payments.  Evaluate and approve change orders and cost estimates with recommendations.  Prepare time counts and compare them to project schedules.  Ensure compliance with applicable local, state and federal regulations for stormwater management and traffic safety.  
• Review construction site traffic controls and evaluate Methods of Handling Traffic (MHTs) to protect worker and driver safety.  
• Assess site stormwater management plans and inspect erosion control devices for payment and compliance with State and Federal regulations.  Serve as a representative for the County for assigned project.  
• Coordinate with contractors, construction supervisors, surveyors, Right-of-Way agents, utility companies, and County personnel, during project planning, design, and construction.  Coordinate project activities with adjacent stakeholders and traveling public. 
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Construction Manager

Full Salary Range:  $70,149.17 - $112,238.67

Target Hiring Range:  $70,149.17 - $91,193.92

Experience:  Three years of roadway construction management experience, or acceptable amount of education and experience.

Education:  Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

License/Certifications:  Erosion Control Supervisor (ECS), Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) certifications preferred.

Associate Civil Engineer

Full Salary Range:  $75,761.10 - $121,217.77

Target hiring Range:  $75,761.10 -  $98,489.43

Experience: Two years of experience in civil engineering, roadway construction, or related field.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field.

License/Certifications: Engineer-In-Training (EIT) / Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) at time of hire.  Erosion Control Supervisor (ECS), Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) preferred certifications.

The exceptional candidate will have:

• Educational background with a focus on civil engineering – roads, bridges, and drainage, construction project management, traffic engineering, or transportation engineering. 
• Experience using Cartograph, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word).   
• Experience working in the public sector. 
• Construction plan review experience. 
• Passion for roadway design and construction, traffic engineering, and transportation safety.  
• Ability to collaborate with various individuals to solve problems.   
• Understanding of local, state, and federal regulations and design standards.   
• Strong written and oral communication. 
• Demonstrating initiative, innovation, and resiliency.   
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.  
• Ability to work on multiple complex projects at one time.  
• Experience in running meetings with large groups and speaking in front of boards and commissions.  

Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply; Jefferson County is committed to providing reasonable accommodation throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact careertalent@jeffco.us. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

Additional Job Information:

• Criminal History and MVR Background Checks are required for every position.
• Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
• All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile.

APPLICATION:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities

A resume and cover letter submitted with your application are encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal.   

For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs

Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Experience:

Work Experience: Minimum one year

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Category:

Engineering & Construction Services