Project Engineer

The Project Engineer position with a specialty in capital project delivery will be responsible for a variety of engineering and technical tasks primarily focusing on supporting the utility’s source-of-supply system and associated Operations teams. The source-of-supply system includes multiple reservoirs, tunnels, large-diameter pipelines including the Homestake Water Supply System, Spinney Mountain Reservoir, and Jefferson Lake. The position will also support the proposed Wild Horse Reservoir Project.  

• Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, or directly related field from ABET accredited program 

• Project Engineer I:  Four (4) to six (6) years of relevant experience performing engineering calculations and performing project management.
•  Project Engineer II: Six (6) to eight (8) years of relevant experience performing engineering calculations and performing project management.
• Senior Engineer: More than eight (8) years of relevant experience performing engineering calculations and performing project management.

• Prior municipality/utility experience. 

• Professional Engineer in the State of Colorado or ability to obtain via reciprocity within 6 months. 
• Colorado driver's license with a good driving history 
• Professional Project Manager (PMP) considered a plus  

• General proficiency in MS Office products 
• Knowledge of geographical information systems (GIS), ProjectMates, scheduling software (i.e. MS Project or similar) considered a plus 

• Ability to take on tasks and manage successful completion of those tasks 
• Ability to manage and prioritize workload 
• Ability to learn, document and apply technical criteria 
• Ability to read, review, and write technical documentation 
• Ability to procure and manage contractors/consultants 
• Ability to effectively communicate with supervisor, teammates, contractors, and/or consultants 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with City employees, officials, and the general public 
• Ability to accept feedback graciously and learn from prior experiences  

• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills 
• Strong organizational skills 
• Exemplary technical writing and reading skills 
• Motivation, ability, and perseverance for daily duties 
• Ability to effectively manage a high-volume workload with multiple competing deadlines 
• Teamwork 
• Professionalism 
• Positive attitude  

• High energy, positive "can do" attitude with a high level of accountability for driving results 
• Strong focus on customer needs and approachability 
• Undisputed integrity and trust 
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills 
• Ability to effectively deal with change and ambiguity 
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively build relationships and manage conflict 
• High learning agility, driven to continuously develop existing and new skills 
• Ability to work effectively within and to contribute to a team approach 

WORKING CONDITIONS  

When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel. 

• Sedentary physical work requiring the ability to lift a maximum of 10 pounds 
• Occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing 
• Vision sufficient to read computer screens, printouts, and related documents 
• Dexterity to operate a computer system and other related equipment 
• Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and residents 
• Endurance sufficient to sit and work at a computer for long periods of time 
• Occasional hand/eye and hand/foot coordination for inspection of equipment and facilities 
• Rarely performs activities requiring a full range of body movement including bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and climbing 
• Hearing/listening to identify issues 

• Primarily works in a clean, comfortable environment  
• The work environment will include field visits to Aurora Water facilities (reservoirs, pipelines, pump stations, tunnels, facilities, etc.) 
• This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule, requiring a minimum of two days per week in the office. Office location could be in Aurora, Colorado or near Buena Vista, CO.  
• This position is stationed out of, or near, Park County, Colorado. Candidate must reside within one-hour of Hartsel, Colorado.  

• This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) during their employment.     

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

For Veterans preference:  Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
           
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer.  We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants.  It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
                                         
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace.  A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
 

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. 

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.  

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.