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Project Engineer - Water Resources

Pay: $85,000 – $105,000 per year
Location: Denver, CO
Listed: 2 days ago

About the role

As a Project Engineer you 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 project engineering experience and be eager to continue transitioning into a future project management role.

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Qualifications & Requirements

Required

Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related engineering field
6-12 years of experience in stormwater engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado or ability to obtain upon hire, and have experience in providing engineering services the state
Practical application of various H&H software, including HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and XPSWMM
At least 3 years of experience in the following:
Mentoring and leading junior engineers in technical and non-technical aspects of stormwater engineering
Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record; position requires operating a company or personal vehicle during work hours for business-related travel

Preferred Qualifications

At least 3-5 years of experience in the following:
Development and preparation drainage reports, Letters of Map Revision for the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and stormwater design
Civil design and site grading/layout
AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS
Construction oversight of stormwater project installations

Compensation

Salary depends on experience and expertise, typical salary range for this position in California is $85k-105k, DOEQ. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100% 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 a Water Resource Project Engineer in our Water market sector, located in Denver, CO.

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.

Read the original posting

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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