Chief Engineering Officer

RadNet, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Denver Water in Denver, Colorado seeks a Chief Engineering Officer to lead capital delivery, infrastructure planning, construction, and related services. Reports directly to the CEO/Manager and sits on the Executive Leadership Team.

The role directs surveying & GIS, property services, and cross-functional programs, driving innovative, resilient water infrastructure for a growing community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Active PE license.
• 12+ years of progressive leadership experience.
• Executive-level experience guiding complex infrastructure, utilities, public works, or capital delivery organizations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Capital Delivery.
• Oversee Infrastructure Planning and Construction.
• Direct Property Services and Surveying & GIS.
• Align engineering work with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver major capital projects on time and within budget.

Skills

PE license

Leadership experience

Executive leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 12+ years of progressive leadership experience
• Executive-level experience guiding complex infrastructure, utilities, public works, or capital delivery organizations

Shape the Future of Colorado's Water Infrastructure

Denver Water proudly serves 1.5 million people across the Denver metro area and invests more than $1.7 billion in critical water supply and infrastructure initiatives. As Colorado's oldest and largest water utility, Denver Water is recognized nationally for innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence.

They are preparing for the future by investing in a flexible, resilient operation that is ready to address climate change, population growth, water supply challenges, and evolving regulatory requirements. They have developed world‑class capital project construction standards that are used in all 50 states and over 30 countries. They are considered a leader in the effort to remove lead pipes, and their replacement program operates without direct consumer costs. Their new, state of the art 75mgd water treatment plant began operations in 2024, they’re nearing completion on a program to raise a dam by 131 feet to increase storage capacity, and they’re committed to their Main Replacement Program to address aging infrastructure issues.

The Opportunity

The Chief Engineering Officer reports directly to the CEO/Manager and serves as a member of Denver Water's Executive Leadership Team. This executive role provides strategic leadership for:

• Capital Delivery
• Infrastructure Planning
• Construction
• Property Services
• Surveying & GIS

Contact Us

Denver Water is committed to creating a diverse work environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number is received. Denver Water reserves the right to either close or extend a posting.

• We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is prohibited on all Denver Water property.

Denver Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are dedicated to building a culturally diverse workforce.

We encourage applications from women, People of Color, veterans, and people with disabilities.