Civil Engineer IV – Community Development

City of Greeley

. Provide strategic oversight, technical expertise, and executive-level project management for engineering and public works .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeGreeley • Colorado • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $118,482 - $149,032 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in civil engineering principles and municipal infrastructure, with a strong focus on project management, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead engineering teams, manage capital improvement projects, and effectively communicate with stakeholders.

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Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE)Expert Knowledge Of Civil Engineering PrinciplesProject ManagementCapital Improvement PlanningSupervisory Experience

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Hard Skills

Civil EngineeringMunicipal InfrastructureProject ManagementBudgetingRegulatory ComplianceCapital Improvement ProgramsRisk AssessmentQuality ControlFinancial AnalysisGIS

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationLeadershipConflict ResolutionCoachingTeam Management

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADSW Modeling SoftwareAdvanced Project Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree In Civil EngineeringLicensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE)

Industry Keywords

Public WorksWater SystemsWastewater SystemsMunicipal CodesEnvironmental Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic oversight, technical expertise, and executive-level project management for engineering and public works
Direct complex infrastructure and capital improvement programs
Guide departmental policy and manage high-profile projects
Represent the City with elected officials, regulatory agencies, and the public
Coordinate engineering teams and departments for efficient, sustainable, code-compliant infrastructure delivery
Research technical issues, evaluate alternatives, prepare reports, and advise on engineering problems
Respond to engineering assistance requests from departments, developers, consultants, and the public
Attend advisory boards, Planning Commission, and City Council meetings
Review proposed Federal or State regulations
Help develop and update City ordinances, design criteria, and standards
Manage major capital improvement projects and engineering or planning studies
Select consultants, review proposals, negotiate scopes and contracts, recommend design procedures, and accept consultant work
Serve as Project Engineer for in-house capital and local improvement district designs
Develop work plans and schedules, direct project design, conduct neighborhood meetings, and prepare contract documents and cost estimates
Administer construction contracts, conduct conferences and inspections, interpret plans and specifications, approve change orders and payments, and provide final acceptance
Plan, schedule, assign, and supervise work; evaluate performance and provide leadership and training
Prepare and monitor operational and capital improvement project budgets, including five- and twenty-year CIP budgets
Supervise Engineering Interns and Technicians
Hire, train, motivate, coach, evaluate, and hold employees accountable
Resolve conflicts and complaints and improve processes
Ensure compliance with safety procedures
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
Seven (7) years of direct relevant experience required
Supervisor experience
Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE)
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in successfully performing the essential functions
Valid driver’s license
Expert knowledge of civil engineering principles and municipal infrastructure, including public works, water, and wastewater systems
Extensive understanding of municipal codes, ordinances, regulatory compliance, and environmental standards
Knowledge of capital improvement planning, project management, budgeting, and strategic infrastructure development
Familiarity with GIS, AutoCAD, SW Modeling Software, financial analysis, and advanced project management software
Advanced project management, resource allocation, risk assessment, and quality control skills
Ability to communicate effectively with technical staff, elected officials, the public, and interagency partners
Regular travel within the County and nearby cities
Ability to work extended hours in the evening, holidays, and weekends
Candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification, including drug test, background and national sex offender search, motor vehicle record search, and potentially physical demands evaluation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits eligible
Comprehensive total rewards program
Employee development and recognition opportunities
Equal employment opportunity and inclusive, barrier-free search process
Reasonable accommodations throughout the search process