Road & Bridge - Special Projects Supervisor

Pueblo County Government; Pueblo (CO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Remote & Hybrid opportunities

County retirement program

Fitness center

Parental leave

Job summary

Pueblo County Government is seeking a Road and Bridge Supervisor to ensure compliant day-to-day operations and oversee maintenance across roads and bridges in Pueblo County. The role includes supervising staff, coordinating projects, and managing in-house and outsourced work to meet specifications.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, five years of heavy equipment experience, and supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Project Management, Business Management, or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years heavy equipment operating experience in road maintenance/road construction.
• Minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Direct, first-level supervision of staff and operations, including training, assigning work, interviewing, and evaluating performance.
• Oversee projects: scheduling, traffic control, monitoring performance, ensure work meets specifications.
• Plan and adjust Road and Bridge activities and schedules.
• Supervise crews on daily projects (bridges, paving, culverts) and coordinate with vendors for equipment repair.
• Participate in on-call rotation; carry emergency pager and after-hours phone.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Project Management/Business Management

Job description

Position Summary

Ensures compliant day-to-day operations of the Road and Bridge Department; oversees every aspect of road and bridge maintenance in Pueblo County, including but not limited to: gravel and asphalt roads, mowing, roadside cleanup, drainage control, and tree trimming; oversees small and large construction projects both in-house and outsourced.

• THIS POSTING MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE OPENINGS****

Position Summary

Ensures compliant day-to-day operations of the Road and Bridge Department; oversees every aspect of road and bridge maintenance in Pueblo County, including but not limited to: gravel and asphalt roads, mowing, roadside cleanup, drainage control, and tree trimming; oversees small and large construction projects both in-house and outsourced.

• THIS POSTING MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE OPENINGS****

What You Will Do

• Exercises direct, first-level supervision of positions, employees, operations, and activities. Includes coordinating staff training, assigning and reviewing work, participating in the interview and selection process, making recommendations impacting pay, status, and disciplinary action, evaluating performance independently or in conjunction with a higher-level supervisor/manager, and approving time off and approving staff timesheets.
• Oversees, assigns, and inspects projects, including scheduling work, implementing proper work site traffic control, monitoring project performance, and ensuring repair, maintenance, and construction work is completed in accordance with specifications.
• Plans, evaluates, and adjusts activities and schedules for Road and Bridge.
• Supervises crews and assigns daily projects, including special projects such as building new bridges, paving roads, and culvert installations.
• Coordinates equipment repair and resource acquisition in-house and with vendors.
• Makes emergency plans and initiates employee call back as required.
• Develops project schedules; independently travels to job sites.
• Required on-call rotation; must carry and answer the emergency pager and after-hours phone.
• Calculates quantities of materials required; monitors and accounts for materials usage.
• Performs additional tasks as assigned, including filling in for other staff as necessary and/or required.

What You Have

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSE and/or CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in the field of Construction Project Management, Business Management, or related field required.
• Minimum of five (5) years or more h eavy equipment operating experience in the road maintenance/road construction industry required
• Minimum of two (2) years or more i n a supervisory role required
• Class A Commercial Colorado Driver’s License with tanker and air brake endorsements required upon hire
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid Certification required upon hire
• Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Certification required upon hire
• Certified Flagger required upon hire

Special Requirements

• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Must successfully pass a CDL DOT physical, including drug screening.

What Pueblo County Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• Remote & Hybrid working opportunities
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• May be eligible for up to 12-weeks Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees)