Construction Manager I or II

Larimer County; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative county engineering department is seeking a skilled Construction Manager to oversee vital infrastructure projects. This role involves managing construction schedules, inspecting structures, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management principles, excellent communication skills, and experience with public works projects. Join a dedicated team that values collaboration and innovation, contributing to the development of essential community infrastructure. If you are passionate about construction and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of construction and engineering principles.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and engineering drawings.
• Experience with land surveying techniques and tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects to ensure they stay on budget and schedule.
• Inspect structures to verify they meet design plans and regulations.
• Prepare project documentation including financial reports.

Skills

Construction Management

Public Works Projects

Communication Skills

Construction Materials Inspection

Mathematics (Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Equivalent Experience

Tools

CADD

GIS

PDF Editing Tools

Word Processing Software

Spreadsheets

Job description

Are you skilled in construction management and have experience in road and bridge construction? Larimer County Engineering is seeking an innovative, experienced, and self-motivated Construction Manager to join our Capital Improvements Group!

The Engineering Department provides surveying, engineering design, and construction management services for infrastructure capital improvement projects. Our team works in development review, floodplains, stormwater, asset management, traffic engineering, and land acquisition. We also collaborate with many county departments on various projects such as work related to the road and bridge system, phased closures of the County operated landfill, and coordinating the construction of trails and campgrounds for the Natural Resources Department.

The typical schedule for this position is 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. Occasional weekends or early starts.

To learn more about what we do, visithttps://www.larimer.gov/engineering.
What you'll be doing:

• Manage construction projects to ensure they stay on budget, meet contractual requirements, and stay on schedule.
• Inspect a variety of structures—including utilities, roads, bridges, and culverts—to verify they meet design plans, specifications, and regulations; make objective, impartial decisions in the field.
• Prepare project documentation, including daily logs, contractor pay applications, quantity tracking, financial reports, and final closeout materials such as as-built drawings.
• Respond to public inquiries and provide information related to Engineering, Road and Bridge, drainage projects, and improvement district work.
• Negotiate and execute Change Orders in response to unforeseen conditions or design modifications during construction.

To view the full job description, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Construction_Manager_I & https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Construction_Manager_II.

What we're looking for:

• Strong knowledge of construction and engineering principles, particularly related to public works projects such as roads and storm drainage, along with standard construction management practices.
• Familiarity with construction materials inspection, sampling, and testing procedures.
• Proficiency with common business and office software, including PDF editing tools, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation applications.
• Experience using CADD (Computer-Aided Design and Drafting) and GIS (Geographic Information Systems).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with the Colorado Department of Transportation’s Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction (or a comparable set of standards).
• Solid understanding of construction-related mathematics, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and engineering drawings.
• Experience with land surveying techniques and tools.

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

Construction Manager I

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience in Construction Management is required. Related education or experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire, required.

Construction Manager II

• Three (3) years of experience as a Construction Manager I in Larimer County, or in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities, required.
• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience in Construction Management is required. Related education or experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) or the Colorado Contractors Association (CCA) training as a Traffic Control Supervisor preferred.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire, required.

Benefits
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits.



An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.