Engineer-Architect Specialist

First Republic Bank; Little Rock (AR); Hybrid; USD 110,216 - 187,792; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Pension plan

Paid time off

12 paid holidays

Educational tuition reimbursement

EcoPass for transit

Job summary

City and County of Denver – Community Planning and Development (CPD) seeks an Engineer‑Architect Specialist to lead design management for the DEN airport program and related complex city projects. The role offers autonomy in a low‑stress environment with a focus on advanced code compliance and coordination across departments.

The ideal candidate should have a PE or Architect license, senior‑level design management experience, and strong skills in code interpretation, project supervision, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architecture required.
• Three years of experience at the level of Senior Engineer or Senior Architect.
• Experience interpreting IBC, IFC, and NFPA standards.
• Professional knowledge of architecture and engineering principles.
• PE or Architect registration required (Colorado or out-of-state with Colorado registration by probation).

Responsibilities

• Administer CPD’s review and permit-issuance program for DEN.
• Provide specialized supervision on complex city projects.
• Evaluate engineering methods and serve as the city’s technical expert on codes.
• Manage permit processes for program applications and coordinate with external agencies.
• Develop and apply life-safety plans that meet modern codes for airport projects.
• Ensure design document reviews meet standards and facilitate construction.
• Coordinate with other city departments and agencies on airport initiatives.
• Recommend alternative engineering approaches and assess feasibility and costs.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical teams to update policies and CCD/airport goals.
• Engage stakeholders to refine scope during design and construction phases.

Skills

Code compliance knowledge

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam Revu

Accela

Job description

Job Overview

Denver’s Community Planning and Development Department (CPD) is seeking a highly motivated and creative Engineer‑Architect Specialist to work on large, innovative, and complex projects with state‑of‑the‑art technology. The position is dedicated to projects for Denver International Airport (DEN), the third‑busiest airport in the United States and one of the top ten busiest airports in the world. This role offers autonomy and freedom in a low‑stress environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer CPD’s review and permit‑issuance program for Denver International Airport.
• Perform specialized program supervision on some of the City’s most complex projects.
• Evaluate engineering methods, serve as the City’s technical expert on building‑ and life‑safety codes for DEN related projects and structures, and act as liaison to negotiate and resolve complex issues.
• Manage review and permit processes for specific program applications including partial scope permitting, expedited reviews, and engineering analyses of regulated facilities, systems, features and components, and coordinate with agencies outside of DEN.
• Define and apply performance‑based, facility‑wide life‑safety plans that meet modern codes, merge security protocols embedded in modern airports, and respect existing facility limitations.
• Enforce thorough reviews of architectural and/or engineering design documents for DEN to ensure compliance with design standards and approved criteria, enhancing maintainability and sustainability and enabling construction activities to proceed expeditiously.
• Coordinate with other city departments, counties/jurisdictions, and other relevant agencies/parties; act as subject‑matter expert for CPD on airport initiatives.
• Recommend alternative engineering applications based on changes in the field and investigate feasibility and cost of implementing updates to engineering/architectural methods and processes.
• Collaborate with technical and non‑technical teams to update policies and processes, looking at short, medium, and long‑term CCD and airport goals.
• Engage other departments, airport departments, airlines, tenants, employees, and stakeholders in refining scope of work throughout design and construction phases.

Qualifications and Experience

• Five years of progressively responsible experience in design management of building and/or civil engineering and a degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field. Experience within or for an airport facility is strongly desired.
• Experience interpreting, using, and applying the International Building Code, the International Fire Code, and NFPA standards.
• Professional knowledge of architecture and engineering principles and practices.
• Ability to supervise subordinate design management staff, advise management on design issues, and engage in design management activities.
• Two years of supervisory experience as a project engineer or design project manager (or equivalent) for public‑sector projects/programs.
• After onboarding, ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Collaborative and solution‑oriented approach to problem solving complex code‑compliance issues.
• Strong communication skills—oral and written; sound judgment; dependable and able to maintain confidentiality; excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; self‑motivated and team‑orientated.
• Strong research and analytical skills, especially in relation to construction, codes, and other standards and analysis tools.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, calculations, specifications, reports, and construction documents such as improvement surveys, site plans, and elevation drawings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam Revu, and permit‑processing software such as Accela.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture.
• Three years of experience at the type and level of a Senior Engineer or Senior Architect.
• No substitution of experience for education; added education may substitute experience requirements.
• Valid driver’s license at the time of application.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) by the Colorado State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers at the time of application, or registration as an Architect by the Colorado State Board of Registration; out‑of‑state registration accepted if Colorado registration is obtained by completion of probation.
• Mandatory to keep mandatory licenses and certifications current.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience ($110,216–$187,792 per year).
• Four medical plans, dental, vision, and health insurance.
• Pension plan for life, 457(b) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (over 3 weeks in first year) and 12 paid holidays.
• Yearly merit increase.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability, self‑care account, life insurance.
• CARE Bank, family leave benefits, employee assistance program, voluntary programs.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per year.
• Learning and development opportunities; courses and career development resources.
• EcoPass unlimited free RTD bus/train rides.

Location and Work Arrangement

The position is located at the Wellington Webb Building, 201 W Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80202. During construction of the building, you may also work from Republic Plaza, 370 17th St., Denver, CO 80202, and may need to work on site at Denver International Airport some days.

The City and County of Denver supports a hybrid workplace model. Employees work in‑office minimum three days per week, with mandatory onsite presence during onboarding and for business needs. A 9/80 flex option is available after successful completion of a six‑month probationary period.

Application Deadline

Applications must include a resume and cover letter and be submitted by July282024 at midnight. Interviews will begin as soon as qualified candidates are scheduled.

EEO/EEO Statement

We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels.