Utilities Engineering Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The Engineering Manager provides strategic leadership and programmatic oversight for the Engineering Team, directing the planning, design, and execution of infrastructure, treatment, and innovation projects. This role ensures effective coordination of all engineering and construction activities with Utilities staff and operations, aligning project outcomes with organizational goals. The Engineering Manager oversees resource management, including staffing, budget planning, and resource allocation, and drives the development and implementation of key Utilities programs.

Additionally, the Engineering Manager mentors staff, including the Engineering Supervisor(s) in comprehensive program management and development, project planning, and implementation strategies. This position also plays a critical role in policy development and long-term planning initiatives, collaborating with the Deputy Director – Business Solution and Engineering to shape departmental policies and guide strategic priorities.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to

• Deputy Director – Business Solutions and Engineering

Direct Reports

• Engineer I-IV
• Engineering Supervisors
• Others assigned as dictated by Deputy Director – Business Solutions and Engineering

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Project and Program Management and Oversight: Manages multiple simultaneous projects, encompassing the assessment, piloting, design, implementation, and construction management of capital and maintenance projects for Utilities infrastructure. This role coordinates closely with internal teams and external consultants/contractors to ensure project alignment with operational goals and industry standards.
• Strategic Planning and Reporting: Strategic planning and execution of capital program, assembles teams, and provides progress reports to key stakeholders, including Englewood City Council, Water and Sewer Board, and Utilities Leadership.
• Stakeholder Management: Oversees solicitation process, evaluates proposals, selects contractors/consultants, and directs external consultants across various specialties to ensure quality project outcomes. Partners and collaborates with industry stakeholders including but not limited to consultants, contractors, vendors, universities, and other utilities.
• Resource and Budget Management: Develops and manages the annual division budget, making resource allocation decisions based on life-cycle costs and budget constraints, and providing cost estimates for cross-divisional projects.
• Team Leadership and Development: Supervises and mentors engineering staff, fostering professional growth through coaching, training, and development, while promoting cross-divisional collaboration and teamwork.

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned and required.

 *The listed examples of work are not intended to be all-inclusive. They may be modified with additions, deletions, or changes as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned and required.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments. 

• Follows through on commitments and makes sure others do the same.
• Acts with a clear sense of ownership.
• Takes personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and failures.
• Establishes clear responsibilities and processes for monitoring work and measuring results.
• Designs feedback loops into work.

Manages Ambiguity: Operating effectively, even when things are not certain, or the way forward is not clear. 

• Deals comfortably with the uncertainty of change.
• Effectively handles risk.
• Can decide and act without the total picture.
• Is calm and productive, even when things are up in the air.
• Deals constructively with problems that do not have clear solutions or outcomes.

Builds Effective Teams: Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. 

• Forms teams with appropriate and diverse mix of styles, perspectives, and experience.
• Establishes common objectives and a shared mindset.
• Creates a feeling of belonging and strong team morale.
• Shares winds and rewards team efforts.
• Fosters open dialogue and collaborations among the team.

Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. 

• Sets objectives to align with broader organizational goals.
• Breaks down objectives into appropriate initiatives and actions.
• Stages activities with relevant milestones and schedules.
• Anticipates and adjusts effective contingency plans.

Financial Acumen: Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions. 

• Understands the meaning and implications of key financial indicators.
• Uses financial analysis to generate, evaluate, and act on strategic options and opportunities.
• Integrates quantitative and qualitative information to draw accurate conclusions.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, License, Certification, and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, or related engineering field.
• Minimum eight (8) to 15 years of experience in water or wastewater engineering.
• Minimum four (4) years' experience supervising project technical staff.
• State of Colorado Professional Engineer license required.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license and a clear or acceptable MVR.

*An equivalent combination of education, training and relevant job experience may be substituted.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Office Environment – Work is performed in a office environment, requiring sitting for extended periods of time, and occasional light lifting (up to 15 lbs.). Job requires visual and physical capabilities to work on computers and associated equipment for prolonged periods of time (4-6 hours daily).

Field Work – Work may be performed on construction sites where there may be exposure to dust, noise, traffic, and moving construction equipment.

BENEFITS

The City of Englewood offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible, full-time employees including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, and vision.

SALARY RANGE

$109,186 - $163,778/Annual Salary

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open until filled. 

Salary : $109,186 - $163,778