Civil Project Manager

OVERVIEW

Merrick is seeking qualified applicants for a Project Manager position in our
Surface Water/Stormwater Engineering Group as part of our expanding Water
Practice in Colorado. The Merrick Water Practice is inclusive of water,
wastewater, and surface water markets. The position will be located in our
Greenwood Village, Denver, Loveland, or Colorado Springs, CO office.

Typical salary range for this position is $130,000.00 – $150,000.00.
Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and
exper
WHAT YOULL DO

The Project Manager must be capable of marketing, directing, and managing
a team of engineers, CAD technicians, and/or subconsultants on surface
water/stormwater projects. As a pivotal member of our team, this position
requires the ability to not only be proficient in the technical work, but to
also manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and interface with
multi-discipline professionals. This position requires a high level of
demonstrated effectiveness in working with both public and private sector
clients, stakeholders, other consulting team members, and in marketing
these services to public agencies and other target clients in Colorado.
The successful candidate will be required to interface with clients and
Federal, Local and State government agencies for surface water projects
located anywhere within the country. Some travel will be required.
The successful candidate shall:
Demonstrate experience, in-depth knowledge, and understanding of
river/stream processes and restoration, open channel hydraulics,
hydraulic structures, USACE 404 permitting process, FEMA
(CLOMR/LOMR) analysis/evaluation and floodplain permitting, grade
control structures, streambank armoring and erosion control.
Work experience with Mile High Flood District is preferred, but not required
Recreational whitewater design and/or construction experience is
preferred, but not required
Be able to demonstrate a long-term successful record of Business
Development, project management, managing schedules and budgets for medium
to large, complex civil engineering design efforts, and demonstrated
skills for effectively working in multi-discipline engineering teams.
Be proficient and have successfully demonstrated capabilities with client
development, preparing successful proposals in collaboration with marketing
and business development teams, interviews, and negotiations for project
awards with a wide range of public agencies and private sector clients.
Colorado experience is preferred by not required.
Demonstrate successful management of design teams including design
engineers, CAD technicians, and subconsultants on surface water and urban
stormwater projects.
Foster positive relationships with clients, government agencies, and
community representatives.
Be expected to provide input to and participate in strategic planning for the
team.
Work closely with the Business Unit Management Team to: identify target
clients and projects, grow staff, monitor project delivery and meet
financial performance goals.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including geomorphologist,
landscape architects, surveyors, and construction professionals, to
ensure alignment with project objectives. Be capable of performing independent
design tasks, peer reviews, preparing construction documents (i.e.
design drawings, general and technical specifications), preparing both
design and construction cost estimates, organizing all project
deliverables, and generally managing the efforts of a project design and
permit
Have proven experience in assisting clients in the construction contractor bid
reviews, selection, and award process.
Have demonstrated experience in the proposal development and execution of
construction phase services that includes submittal reviews, construction
observation, home office and field engineering, quality assurance, and
final acceptance of work when required.
Pre are and meet with clients to either validate or negotiate proposed scope
of work, budget/fee estimates, schedule, level of quality, change
management, and ensure the projects meet the goals and expectations of the
client and stakeholders.
Prepare fee proposals for both engineering design and construction observation
work.
Oversee internal communication and coordination of design efforts.
Effectively manage the financial performance, schedules and reporting
requirements of assigned projects and meets expectations for attendance and
punctuality.
Exercise initiative, judgment, and knowledge commensurate with the
responsibilities of the position.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The successful applicant should have a minimum of ten (10) years of
combined experience in surface water and river restoration design, project
management, and construction phase services, although strong candidates
with lesser experience could be considered based on their overall
capabilities.
Must be a registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Colorado or capable
of registration within six months of appointment.
The successful applicant should preferably have five (5) years of
experience in design and engineering experience working in Colorado including
large public works, drainage, and river restoration projects for Front
Range municipalities.
Experience working on open channel waterways, creeks, and rivers,
streambank restoration, and storm sewer projects.
Should have a demonstrated track record of providing exemplary client
satisfaction and multi-year client relationships.
Bachelor of Sciences / Civil or Environmental Engineering degree from an
A.B.E.T. accredited school is required.
Must have a valid drivers license, a good driving record, and be
insurable under Merricks insurance carrier.