Senior Permits Engineer Tech III Public Works Lead

Weld Co; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Weld County is seeking a Senior Public Works professional to supervise permitting staff, review plans, and provide infrastructure management support. The role involves applying engineering techniques to road and utility projects, ensuring compliance with County Code and regulatory standards.

The position requires experience in civil construction surveying or civil engineering, strong communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and permitting software.

Qualifications

• Reading design, utility, and construction plans to support infrastructure management.
• Interpret and apply instructions written and oral.
• Understanding of construction inspection, soils, asphalt, concrete, utilities, and traffic control.

Responsibilities

• Supervise engineering technician staff for permitting projects and inspections.
• Apply engineering techniques to design, testing, and maintenance for permitting and inspections.
• Communicate right-of-way use, routes, and development information with divisions and departments.
• Assist with snow operations and handle overtime as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with policies.

Skills

Plan reading and interpretation

Coordinate geometry

Geotechnical knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma / GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Weld County is seeking a Senior Public Works professional to supervise permitting staff, review plans, and provide infrastructure management support. The role involves applying engineering techniques to road and utility projects, ensuring compliance with County Code and regulatory standards.

The position requires experience in civil construction surveying or civil engineering, strong communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and permitting software.