Project Engineer/Manager - Water Resources
- Pay
- $85,000 – $135,000 per year
- Location
- Denver, CO
- Listed
- 3 days ago
About the role
The project engineer/manager candidate will be involved with all forms of planning, design, and specialty services related to the stormwater and water resources engineering field. Projects often involve hydrology, hydraulics, floodplain analyses, detention/water quality BMP design, stream restoration, bridge scour, trail design, stormwater management plans, MS4 compliance, and water rights. The ideal candidate will have some project management experience and be eager to continue transitioning into a project management role.
Candidates must have the following
- A bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related engineering field
- Approximately 6 to 12 years of experience in the stormwater engineer field
- A registered professional engineer license in Colorado or ability to obtain one upon hire, and have experience in providing engineering services in the state
Preferred qualifications include the following
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience in managing teams of engineers to provide exceptional engineering services
- Experience in mentoring less experienced engineers in technical and non-technical aspects of stormwater engineering
- Experience in business development and client management
- Practical application of the various hydrology/hydraulics software, including HEC-RAS (1D/2D preferred), HEC-HMS, CUHP, EPASWMM, and HY-8
- Experience in developing and guiding construction plan packages and/or master planning studies
- Experience in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Letters of Map Change (LOMC) and floodplain mapping
- Experience with AutoCAD/Civil3D and GIS
- Experience with construction oversight of stormwater project installations
Compensation
Salary depends on experience and expertise. The typical salary range for this position is $85,000 to $135,000. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100 percent employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.
Featured benefits include
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) & ESOP (with company match up to 4%)
- Professional Development and Training
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
About the Company
RESPEC seeks an experienced Project Engineer/Manager located in our Denver, CO, location.
Founded in 1969, RESPEC is a global, 100 percent employee-owned consulting and services company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges for private and public clients. Operating in 15 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces, with influence extending to 50 countries worldwide, RESPEC is a leader in water, mining, energy, natural resources, and infrastructure services.
Our six market sectors-Mining & Energy, Water, Facilities, Transportation, Development Services, and Data & Technology-reflect our expertise and commitment to excellence. At RESPEC, we thrive on collaboration and partnership, applying advanced technology to achieve sustainable solutions and drive our projects forward.
We are deeply invested in our employees' success and well-being, fostering a supportive and innovative work environment where everyone can grow and contribute meaningfully. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our contributions to local communities and strategic alliances worldwide, ensuring that we continue to inspire and innovate in rapidly evolving technical environments.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.
From RE/SPEC Inc.'s careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 7, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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