Director of Water Infrastructure

Southadamswaterco; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Retirement match

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Wellness program

Life and AD&D

Disability insurance

EAP program

Job summary

The South Adams County Water & Sanitation District in Commerce City seeks an executive leader to oversee water and wastewater infrastructure construction, operations, and maintenance. The role emphasizes stakeholder relationships, strategic planning, and regulatory compliance.

You will manage budgeting, coordinate with departments and agencies, guide a team, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring safety and reliability for customers across the district.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental science, management or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience in civil/environmental engineering role with infrastructure planning for water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Minimum five years of experience leading a team.
• Experience in water distribution and wastewater systems design, construction and operation is desired.
• Experience in project management and navigating political or stakeholder challenges.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct water and wastewater infrastructure construction, operations, and maintenance.
• Manage relationships with community stakeholders including ratepayers, officials, staff, and partners.
• Plan, administer, and operate the district’s infrastructure planning and construction.
• Coordinate system planning with other departments, consultants, developers, contractors, regulators, and agencies.
• Lead budgeting processes and annual department budgeting.
• Represent the District at board meetings and present information to stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

The South Adams County Water & Sanitation District (SACWSD) is dedicated to providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water resources and services to its customers in the Commerce City community and some parts of unincorporated Adams County.

This executive level position provides oversight and direction to the District’s water and wastewater infrastructure construction, operations, and maintenance.

This position is responsible for:

• Managing and improving relationships with community stakeholders including ratepayers, developers, elected officials, city and county staff, and internal partners.
• Anticipating, navigating, and resolving challenges/issues related to stakeholder concerns, political issues, or complex barriers that arise as part of water and wastewater infrastructure construction.
• Managing all aspects of planning, administration and operation of the District’s new and existing infrastructure planning and construction.
• Coordinating water distribution and wastewater collection systems planning, construction, operations, and maintenance activities with other District departments, consulting firms, developers, contractors, regulators, and local government agencies.
• Planning and preparing for short- and long-term capital expenditure budgets and needs as well as the annual department budget.
• Representing the District through consistent attendance and participation in monthly and special District Board meetings is required.
• Presenting information to key stakeholders, management, Board of Directors and public groups as necessary.
• Leading, managing, developing, and motivating department staff in achieving objectives of the mission, vision, and values.
• Implementing new initiatives and/or developing strategy for continuous improvement of department operations.
• Managing compliance, safety, and emergency preparedness and response.

The qualified candidate must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental science, management or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience in civil/environmental engineering role, ideally including infrastructure planning processes for water distribution and wastewater collection systems
• Minimum five years of experience leading a team.
• Experience in water distribution and wastewater collection systems design, construction and operation or related water utilities industry, is desired.
• Experience in project management that is comparable to the skills identified herein.
• Demonstrated emotional intelligence, political acumen, and relationship building skills presenting complex information, in navigating conflict, and facilitating collaboration under pressure.
• Knowledge and understanding of engineering principles, practices and planning processes.
• Effective problem solving, communication and decision-making skills.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a background check and drug screen prior to employment.

SACWSD offers a competitive salary and benefit package including:

• Generous time off
• Paid Time Off accrual
• 11 Paid Holidays Plus 1 Personal Day
• 100% Paid Premiums by SACWSD for Employee and Dependents! (with wellness goals)
• Medical and Dental Insurance Premiums
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Plan
• Life and AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment)
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Retirement Plan options with 5% Match (401(a), and Optional 457b plans)
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Dependent Care FSA
• Pet Insurance, Additional Supplemental benefits, and discount partner programs

Hiring Range: $110,000 – $150,000 annualized

Application Deadline:Open until filled

We provide equal opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation.It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.