Associate Civil Engineer

Position

Associate Civil Engineer – Jefferson County, Colorado

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.

01/13/26 11:59PM

Transportation & Engineering Division

Individual Contributor

40

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.

Responsibilities include:

• Inspect construction work and document 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 in a collaborative county environment that values autonomous work, generous support, and guidance from the entire D&T team.

This position operates on a typical 8‑hour five‑day work week. It requires over 70% field work and under 30% office work. The candidate must be able to drive to job sites, navigate uneven terrain in varying weather, and compare existing site conditions with construction plans.

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 (starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires); retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement; flexible schedules; remote work options; and more.

• Serve as project lead by performing construction oversight and engineering in compliance with federal, state, and county standards, policies, and procedures. Projects 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 reviews.
• 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 take 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 county representative 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…