Civil Engineer / Drainage

City of Pueblo; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Pueblo is seeking a Civil Engineer-Drainage to lead planning, design, and construction management of drainage facilities within the City and to provide engineering support for stormwater infrastructure operations.

Responsibilities include reviewing drainage plans, preparing bid documents, and coordinating with City departments and public agencies. Supervisory duties cover Associate Engineer I & II within the Stormwater Division.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited bachelor's degree (or higher) in engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum two years in civil engineering with at least one year in stormwater engineering/oversight.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain Colorado PE license within five years.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrologic analyses and design drainage systems for City projects (storm sewers, inlets, detention ponds, etc.).
• Review drainage reports and plans submitted by developers.
• Prepare or review master drainage plans; develop flood-proofing measures.
• Prepare contract bid documents, specifications and cost estimates.

Skills

Hydrologic analysis

Drainage design

Supervise staff

GIS knowledge

AutoCAD

Communication

Public coordination

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Engineering Technology degree ( Construction/Mechanical )

Tools

GIS software

Stormwater modeling software

Job description

This is an exempt position under the direction of the Director of Stormwater. The Civil Engineer-Drainage is responsible for the planning, design and construction management of drainage facilities within the City and for providing engineering and technical support related to the operation and maintenance of City stormwater infrastructure. The Civil Engineer-Drainage also conducts reviews of drainage reports, plans, and specifications submitted by private developers for new development within the City. The Civil Engineer-Drainage directly supervises employees in the roles of Associate Engineer I and Associate Engineer II within the Stormwater Division. In addition, the incumbent is expected to work with project team members in various City departments to achieve successful project outcomes.

This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs hydrologic analysis and develops designs for drainage systems for City projects, including storm sewers, inlets, manholes, detention ponds, outlet control structures, channels, erosion control measures, etc.
• Reviews and approves new products used in drainage systems and for erosion control
• Prepares or reviews master drainage plans
• Develops flood proofing measures for structures
• Attends meetings and works with the public and other agencies and city departments on drainage issues
• Develops maintenance policies and procedures for drainage facilities and storm maintenance crews
• Works with Public Works Asset Coordinator and City GIS staff to update and maintain inventory, condition assessment data, and other information related to the City’s stormwater infrastructure assets
• Updates the City’s drainage design criteria and policies as needed
• Prepares contract bid documents, specifications, cost estimates and design documents
• Reviews drainage plans submitted for commercial sites, subdivisions and annexations

IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS

• May perform duties of similar classifications of an equal or lower pay grade as required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of up to fifteen (15) pounds to move material and supplies; occasional lifting, pushing and/or pulling of up to twenty-five (25) pounds with dollies and carts
• Constant sitting to perform daily tasks
• Occasional walking to retrieve informationFrequent standing, sometimes for extended periods
• Occasional squatting, reaching above and below shoulder, twisting, bending, kneeling, climbing, and balancing to store documents, material, and supplies
• Constant light/firm grasp, fine manipulation, and handling to safely use equipment and perform daily duties
• Vision to create, read, and interpret reports and other written documents
• Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens in English

This position requires:

• Knowledge of current drainage analysis and design methods, practices and procedures
• Knowledge of erosion control measures
• Ability to successfully work with engineers, developers, contractors, and the public on drainage and related issues
• Ability to analyze and develop floodplain information
• Knowledge of drainage system maintenance policies
• Knowledge of GIS and stormwater modeling software
• Ability to effectively supervise professional and technical level employees in the execution of a project
• Ability to work successfully with and provide good customer service to superiors, other City employees, the public, and other agencies and organizations
• Ability to use software tools to perform data analysis, author and edit written documents, manage assigned work, review technical submittals and applications, and perform other assigned tasks
• Knowledge of AutoCAD software for the preparation of construction documents
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English
• Ability to perform all job duties in a safe manner

In addition to the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above, the employee must meet the following minimum requirements:

Education

Employee must possess one of the following:

• An ABET-accredited bachelor's degree (or higher) in any engineering field;

OR

• A bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or other Engineering Technology field.

Experience

Employee must demonstrate they meet the following experience requirement:

• At least two (2) years of experience in the field of civil engineering, including a minimum of one (1) year of experience in stormwater engineering, management and oversight of construction projects in the public right-of-way, and/or development of stormwater-related construction project scopes of work to include preparation of drawings and specifications.

Licenses/Credentials

Employee must possess or obtain the following licenses/credentials within the time frames specified:

• A valid driver’s license at the time of application, and a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment
  1. License restrictions that may hinder your ability to drive on City business, such as an interlock, will be cause for disqualification
  2. During the course of employment, a valid license must be maintained, and the employee must notify the City immediately upon changes to the status of their license; and
• Ability to obtain licensure as a professional engineer in the State of Colorado within five (5) years of appointment.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Work is performed primarily indoors with frequent field and project site tours and inspections. Indoor work involves sitting for extended periods in an office environment with frequent exposure to distractions and interruptions. Outdoor fieldwork requires the ability to stand and walk on uneven terrain in various conditions. Work entails exposure to periods of high activity and stress under demanding conditions. The position requires a great deal of communication with city employees, the public, and outside agencies.

All required licenses and certifications must be maintained throughout the term of employment. Failure to obtain or maintain licenses and certifications may result in demotion or termination.

Due to Federal and State Criminal Justice System access requirements, classifications that access and maintain criminal justice information may also be required, as a condition of employment, to not have been convicted of and/or have pending charges of a felony or misdemeanor crime that would deny or otherwise restrict access to criminal justice information. This requirement applies to all existing City employees as well as external candidates seeking to fill positions that meet the given criteria.

If hired, applicants must be able submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. The City does not sponsor work visas.

BENEFITS

The City of Pueblo offers a very rich benefits packet! Click on the “Benefits” hyperlink at the top of this (online) job posting to view a summary of the benefits associated with this position. For a more comprehensive view on the lush benefits offered by the City, please go to www.pueblo.us/benefits.

CIVIL SERVICE EXAM: November 30, 2026

Please note that the Civil Service Commission may use a Training & Experience (T&E) evaluation of your application to establish an eligibility list for this classification.