Capital Projects Engineer – Remote Options

State of Colorado; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental plans

PERA retirement plans (DB/ DC)

Paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellness programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

11 paid holidays and generous leave

Flexible work schedule options and rem

Career advancement opportunities

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Colorado Parks and Wildlife, part of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources, seeks a licensed Professional Engineer to lead capital development and infrastructure projects in the Northwest Region. You will manage design, budgeting, and contractor oversight to deliver high-quality state resources.

You will coordinate with field staff and stakeholders, provide technical guidance, and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Current, valid licensure as a Professional Engineer from the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors OR the ability to attain it within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Oversee capital development and infrastructure projects ranging from small to major scales ($5,000 to $1,000,000+).
• Prepare engineering designs and provide field adjustments to ensure compliance with standards and codes.
• Handle all aspects of projects including investigations, planning, surveying, design calculations, bid documents and contractor oversight.
• Provide construction management services including contract management, payment processing, modifications, and quality assurance.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and act as the fully authorized CPW representative for the project.
• Assist in budget development, procurement, and compliance with state procurement rules.

Skills

Analytical reasoning

Inductive reasoning

Deductive reasoning

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Time management

Diversity awareness

Teamwork

Innovative thinking

Education

Professional Engineer licensure (Colorado)

Tools

Reading engineering drawings

Contract specification interpretation

Budget management

Surveying

Construction project management

Job description

Colorado Parks and Wildlife, part of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources, seeks a licensed Professional Engineer to lead capital development and infrastructure projects in the Northwest Region. You will manage design, budgeting, and contractor oversight to deliver high-quality state resources.

You will coordinate with field staff and stakeholders, provide technical guidance, and ensure compliance with engineering standards.