Senior Engineer - Project Management

City of Aurora; United States; On-site; USD 103,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Well-funded retirement plan

On-site fitness center

Job summary

City of Aurora in Aurora, CO is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead the procurement and management of consultants and contractors for complex capital improvement projects. You will mentor staff, provide technical guidance, and advance internal project delivery standards.

The role requires 8+ years in project management, CO PE licensure or soon-to-be-licensed, and a PMP as a preferred credential. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Eight (8) years of experience in progressively responsible project management including one year of leadership or managerial experience.
• PE (or equivalent) registration in the State of Colorado, or ability to obtain licensure within six months.
• Project Management Profession (PMP) certification preferred.
• Driver’s license with a good driving history.

Responsibilities

• Procure design consultants and contractors to deliver capital improvement projects.
• Manage and negotiate project scope, fee, and schedule for assigned projects.
• Communicate project status updates to stakeholders including budget and schedule impacts.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and engineering reports in conformance with City standards and City codes.
• Apply expert engineering knowledge to deliver assigned projects.
• Apply expert project management principles to deliver assigned projects.
• Review and make recommendations for the project delivery process.
• Coach and mentor project management team members.
• Independently represent the department in multiple internal and external settings.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

GIS

Job description

JOB LOCATION

Aurora, Colorado 80016-2946

Cityof Aurora,Colorado

Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Salary to be commensurate with experience.

The hiring range for this position is $103,395 - $129,244 per year.

The deadline to submit applications is September 30th, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.

OVERVIEW OF JOB/ DEPARTMENT

On the Aurora Water Project Delivery Services Team, the Senior Engineer is responsible for the procurement and management of consultants and contractors for the delivery of complex capital improvement projects. In addition to project delivery, they mentor project management staff, provide technical guidance, and identify opportunities to improve internal processes and project management standards.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Procure design consultants and contractors to deliver capital improvement projects
• Manage and negotiate project scope, fee, and schedule for assigned projects
• Communicate project status updates to stakeholders including budget and schedule impacts
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and engineering reports in conformance with City standards and City codes
• Apply expert engineering knowledge and understanding to deliver assigned projects
• Apply expert project management principles to deliver assigned projects
• Review and make recommendations for the project delivery process
• Coach and mentor project management team members
• Independently represent the department in multiple internal and external settings

The listed primary duties and responsibilitiesarenot a comprehensive list of expectations for the job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Experience Certifications and Licenses:

• Eight (8) years of experiencein progressively responsible project management including one year of leadership or managerial experience
• PE (or equivalent) registration in theState of Colorado, or ability to obtain licensure within six months.
• Project Management Profession (PMP) certification preferred
• Driver’s license with a good driving history

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Engineering principles, practices, theories, and techniques related to infrastructure planning and project management
• Understanding of the principles, practices, financial management and operating requirements of a water utility

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal, analytical, project management, and leadership skills
• Effective written and oral communication

Abilities:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens
• Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Establish and fulfill goals and objectives
• Plan and schedule work unit operations
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously and use good judgment in prioritizing work assignments
• Independently represent the department in multiple internal and external settings
• Make decisions consistent with City ofAuroravalues and Water vision and mission.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel:

• When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by theCity, all City of Aurora employees maybe requiredto work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands:

• Primarilysedentaryphysicalworkrequiringtheabilitytoliftamaximumof10pounds
• Occasionallifting,carrying,walkingandstanding
• Frequenthand/eyecoordinationtooperateofficeequipment
• Visionforreading,recordingandinterpretinginformation
• Frequent speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens

Work Environment:

• Worksprimarilyinclean,comfortableenvironment;inanoffice
• Field visits to active construction sites may be required.

Equipment Used:

• Uses standard office equipment including copy machines, printers/plotters, personal computer, mobile devices, and common office software such as email, internet, Windows-based applications, and GIS applications
• This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

For Veterans preference:

Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.

The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.

Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References: As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.