Civil Engineer III - Capital Improvement Supervisor

Location: Erie

JOBJoin Our Public Works Department as a Civil Engineer III – Capital Improvement Supervisor Are you ready to take the next step in your civil engineering career and help shape the future of our growing community at Town of Erie? The Town is seeking a Civil Engineer III (Supervisor) which is also referred to as a Capital Improvement Supervisor. In this role, you will be leading a talented team of Civil Engineers while playing a key role in overseeing project management of critical infrastructure planning, design and construction projects for the Public Works department.

In this dynamic role, you’ll work under the general supervision of the Town Engineer and operate with substantial independence and professional judgment. You’ll review construction plans, engineering reports, final plats, and development agreements, ensuring high-quality, sustainable development across the Town. As the Capital Improvement Project Supervisor, you’ll also provide coaching, mentoring, and day‑to‑day support to the Engineering group doing infrastructure projects, helping guide the team’s success and growth.

Beyond performing and overseeing project execution, you’ll assist with the annual Town budget process, prepare or review cost estimates, and support the 5‑year Capital Improvement Plan. You’ll collaborate with outside agencies, oversee consultant contracts, and coordinate funding requests, including grant, Federal, and State programs. This position is ideal for someone who wants to make a real, lasting impact, balancing technical expertise with leadership, collaboration, and strategic planning.

All staff are expected to adhere to the Town’s mission, vision and values of TRUE. Future Projects You Could Be a Part Of:
Town infrastructure projects for storm drainage, roads, bridges, water and wastewater utilities, parks, asset maintenance and multi-agency projects. Application Period: 06/01/2026 – 06/30/2026

Please ensure your application is submitted and complete prior to 11:59pm on 6/30/2026 to be considered.

All incomplete applications will be withdrawn from the process. This posting may close early without further notice. Anticipated

Work Schedule:

The first few months of this role will be 100% on-site however after three months this position is eligible to work remotely two days a week and required to work in-office three days a week.

Work Location:

Town Hall, 645 Holbrook, Erie, CO 80516 Salary Range:
Minimum Midpoint Maximum Civil  Engineer III (Supervisor)$111,958/year $134,350/year $156,741/year Hiring rates are dependent upon experience. To review the full job description, environmental and physical factors please review job here.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Primary Reviews engineering calculations and design. Provides technical and professional engineering support services relative to assigned area of responsibility; provides assistance to construction inspectors in the interpretation of plans and resolution of problems during construction as required including site visits.

Independently applies extensive and diverse knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields.

Modifies or extends accepted theories and practices of civil engineering to complete assignments.

Leads tasks and projects of moderately complex scopes.

Oversees and reviews developing plans, specifications, and other project documents.

Selects appropriate principles of engineering economics, and probability and statistics to analyze risk in a complex civil engineering problem.

Oversees reviews of traffic studies, traffic control/access plans, drainage submittals and engineering reports for developments including water, sewer, storm water drainage, and roadways. Reviews drawings and specifications for public improvements for conformance with generally accepted engineering standards and Town requirements.

Interprets, applies and enforces the provisions of the Town’s engineering design standards adhering to applicable federal, state and local codes, laws, rules regulations, specifications, standards, policies and procedures.

Read and interpret maps, evaluate proposals for annexation, site planning, plats, subdivision…