SUMMARY

Under general supervision of the City Manager or Executive Team Leadership, the Capital Improvement Program Manager provides high-level professional capital improvement planning and implementation, project development, and engineering services engineering services for the City including engineering projects, regulatory compliance, and infrastructure planning. This position sets daily/weekly priorities for the City Engineer, leads the development of engineering standards and specifications, and represents the department in meetings. The Capital Improvement Program Manager also ensures efficient coordination of all city public works and capital projects while balancing field and office responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Plans, organizes, oversees all City Engineering functions such as asset management, and capital planning.
• Oversees the preparation of preliminary and final designs and construction plans, cost estimates, bid specifications, and engineering reports for projects.
• Reviews and evaluates development plans submitted by developers, landowners and engineers for adequacy of application and conformance to City Standards.
• Manages, administers and provides oral and written communications for the annual Capital Improvement Plan and budget.
• Ensures all infrastructure and site development plans, including all record drawings, construction plans and prints are proper.
• Oversees preparation of engineering documents, agreements, maps, legal descriptions, resolutions and ordinances.
• Oversee and manage the City’s engineering division, providing guidance and prioritization for the City Engineer.
• Lead the update and revision of City engineering standards and specifications.
• Supervise and coordinate engineering-related projects, ensuring compliance with City, state, and federal regulations.
• Manage and oversee the MS4 Stormwater Program, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct periodic field inspections to cross-check work performed by contractors and City Engineer.
• Represent the City in meetings with developers, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Oversee and implement asset tracking for City road conditions, determining whether this function is managed in-house or by a third party.
• Provide high-level support for public works projects, assisting in problem resolution and project oversight.
• Coordinate with the City Manager and other city officials on infrastructure planning and capital improvement projects.
• Review and approve site plans, construction designs, and engineering reports.
• Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to engineering projects.
• Manages traffic engineering analysis and application, preparation of speed surveys and the Road Rehabilitation Plan.
• Exercises professional engineering judgment to achieve results consistent with objectives.
• Oversee the performance of grant management pertaining to Public Works engineering projects.
• Acts in the capacity of City Engineer when required.
• Coordinates the activities of City, State and Federal agencies as well as contractors and other municipalities.
• Oversees the planning and construction of capital improvements, in partnership with other department managers, affecting municipal facilities, wastewater treatment, and public works.
• Administers asset management function for the City, Supports the Finance Manager and Department Managers in evaluating utility rates.
• Assists the Public Works Manager and Foreman organize short term and long-term maintenance needs.
• Assists with development of the annual budget in partnership with other department managers and the Public Works Manager for streets, water distribution, mountain water, sewer collection, and storm water. 
• Knowledge of CDOT, FHWA, processes and procedures, and documentation requirements.

All other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engineering and Project Management Departments.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Extensive knowledge of civil and traffic engineering principles/practices, procedures/processes, concepts/design methods, and operations for transportation, infrastructure, and storm water drainage projects including site development and construction.
• Knowledge of zoning, municipal and administrative codes, construction practices, material standards, codes, and land use planning and zoning concepts.
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes, and regulations including civil engineering laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of Principles of mathematics as applied to engineering work.
• Good customer service with the public.
• Knowledge of Principles and practices of project and construction management.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations with particular reference to federal and state utility regulations. Knowledge of asset management practices.
• Collect, organize, report and disseminate complex information.
• Extensive knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, graphic presentations (PowerPoint), and any equipment and materials used in technical civil engineering and drafting, including AutoCAD and its application.
• Proven experience managing large scale capital projects.
• Ability to read and comprehend and develop and read complex engineering and construction plans and specifications.
• Perform accurate mathematical calculations.
• Work independently and with little supervision.
• Facilitate meetings and possess professional presentation skills.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, supervisors and the general public
• Possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.  Must pass a background screen and pre-employment drug screen.
• Strong knowledge of municipal engineering, including stormwater management, road construction, and utility infrastructure.
• Proven experience in project management and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s or Associates degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, or related technical field of study helpful.

• Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Colorado, desired but not required.
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible and varied civil engineering or complex construction management, utility management, or and project development experience including significant administrative responsibility (preferably in Municipal).

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Proficient in English. Other languages helpful.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Advanced math skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to talk and hear in person, by telephone, and by two-way radio, and to hear malfunctions of equipment as needed.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, bend, kneel, twist, reach, pick, ride and perform a wide variety of similar body movements.
• Ability to perform moderate physical work and to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Use facsimile; see and read instruction and computer screens; prepare reports.
• Possess hand/eye/foot coordination adequate to perform computer drafting, operate survey equipment and drive an automobile.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow) for long periods of time as needed.
  • Ability to talk and hear in person, by telephone, and by two-way radio, and to hear malfunctions of equipment as needed.
  • Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, bend, kneel, twist, reach, pick, ride and perform a wide variety of similar body movements.
  • Ability to perform moderate physical work and to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Use facsimile; see and read instruction and computer screens; prepare reports.
  • Possess hand/eye/foot coordination adequate to perform computer drafting, operate survey equipment and drive an automobile. Ability to work in an office atmosphere with many distractions and background noise.

• Bachelor’s or Associates degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, or related technical field of study helpful.

• Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Colorado, desired but not required.
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible and varied civil engineering or complex construction management, utility management, or and project development experience including significant administrative responsibility (preferably in Municipal).