City Engineer at Gunnison, City of (CO) – Gunnison, Colorado
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This is a unique opportunity to lead critical infrastructure projects, enhance public spaces, and support sustainable growth in a city known for its outdoor adventure, historic charm, and strong sense of community. If you're passionate about civil engineering and want to make a tangible impact where your work truly matters, we want to hear from you!
As the City Engineer, you'll oversee capital improvement projects, manage municipal infrastructure systems, and collaborate with a dynamic team committed to excellence in public service. Gunnison offers a high quality of life, unmatched access to natural beauty, and a supportive professional environment. Apply today and help us build the future of Gunnison — one project at a time!
This is a full-time, exempt position within the Public Works Department, responsible for managing right-of-way improvements, capital projects, stormwater systems, and utility coordination. The City Engineer also serves as a liaison for transportation and water-related planning at local, regional, and state levels.
This position combines technical engineering expertise with strategic planning and project management. The successful candidate will provide oversight for design standards, development review, ADA improvements, traffic modeling, and construction projects. Responsibilities include capital improvement planning, regulatory compliance, supervision of design staff or consultants, and pursuit of grants and external funding opportunities.
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering and either possess or be able to obtain a Colorado P.E. license within six months. Experience in municipal engineering and working with interdisciplinary teams is preferred.
Located in the heart of the Colorado Rockies, Gunnison offers a unique blend of small-town charm and high-altitude adventure. Surrounded by the stunning landscapes of the Gunnison Valley, the city is a hub for recreation, sustainability, and community engagement. Residents enjoy access to world-class skiing at Crested Butte, fly fishing on the Gunnison River, mountain biking, hiking, and more.
Gunnison is home to Western Colorado University, a thriving arts scene, and a culture that values innovation, environmental stewardship, and quality of life. With a strong sense of place and a commitment to thoughtful development, the City of Gunnison is a rewarding place to live and work.
* Take on a dynamic role with both field and office responsibilities.
* Gain valuable experience in civil engineering, project management, and infrastructure planning.
* Make a lasting impact on your community through the design and maintenance of critical public systems.
* Collaborate with experienced professionals and expand your technical and leadership skills.
Performs professional managerial and technical administrative duties |
These are duties/responsibilities the person performs which are not central to the job or the reason why the position exists or are duties shared with other employees. It is anticipated the position will be presenting information to both the public and Council.
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
P.E. License in the State of Colorado or ability to obtain license within six (6) months and four (4) years of experience in Municipal Engineering preferred.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: | Skill in using applicable spreadsheets, word processing, database, and computer aided drafting. |
Working Conditions | |
Work Environment: | This position spends the majority of its time in an indoor or protected environment. The incumbent may make occasional trips to construction sites or maintenance projects and may be occasionally exposed to weather elements and temperatures and automobile travel. Incumbent may be occasionally exposed to risks apparent at construction or maintenance sites. |
Physical Activities: | The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to participate in and respond to routine conversation in person or via telephone, and distinguish telephone, printer, computer, and other auditory tones. Ability to perform physical activities requiring continual walking, sitting, and standing. Ability to occasionally perform physical activities such as climbing, crawling, bending, stooping, and reaching in the performance of office duties. |
Tools and Equipment Used: | Personal computer, including word processing, spreadsheets, database and computer aided-design software; standard drafting tools; surveying equipment; traffic counting |
Supervision Received: | |
Works under the general supervision of the Public Works Director | |
Supervision Exercised: | |
Supervision of 1 to 2 employees is anticipated |