Civil Project Lead

SolveNow Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a full-time civil engineer for their Energy group in Denver, CO. The role involves working on challenging water and natural resources projects, leading design tasks, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, significant experience in the field, especially with dams and levees, and excellent communication skills. This position supports professional development and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• 10 to 14 years' work experience in civil engineering.
• Experience with dams and/or levees is required.
• Existing professional registration (PE) or ability to obtain within 3-6 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead design tasks and oversee design calculations.
• Mentoring and coaching less-experienced professionals.
• Manage projects with assistance from 1 to 10 engineers.
• Oversee Construction Quality Assurance tasks.
• Develop design drawings and specifications.

Skills

Civil engineering principles

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Computer-aided design drafting programs

Job description

Overview

We are looking to add a full-time civil engineer to the Energy group in Denver, CO. If working on the most challenging water and natural resources projects, building on your talents through a premier knowledge-sharing culture, and connecting across borders with some of the worlds top talent appeals to you, join us.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe work practices and adhere to company guidelines for planning and executing work in a safe manner.
• Work in conjunction with engineers, geologists, and scientists to solve project challenges, leading design tasks and overseeing design calculations as required.
• Lead technical teams, perform technical work, make technical presentations, plan technical portions of projects, develop technical portions of proposals, and provide technical review of work products.
• Mentoring, coaching, and training of less-experienced professionals, as required
• Manage projects and tasks with the assistance of 1 to 10 engineers.
• Select criteria for planning, design, and construction of dams, foundations, tunnels, slopes, and related structures.
• Assist with feasibility studies by conducting research to assess challenges and develop solutions.
• Assist with cost estimating.
• Develop familiarity with regulatory agency requirements, technical design standards, and industry standards and guidelines.
• Oversee Construction Quality Assurance including the review of shop drawings and submittals, response to request for information, prepare site observation reports, and perform other contract administration tasks.
• Develop design drawings and specifications for various levels of design (e.g. 30%, 60%, 90%, 100% design).
• Participate in professional development and training activities.
• Assist with business development activities including the preparation of budgets and scopes of work.
• Lead by example with active support of internal policies and practices, including health & safety, risk management, project management, and quality management.
• Grow internal and external networks to further enhance Client reputation and identify additional talent to join our team.
• Mentor and train future leaders, including development of succession plans for key positions.
• Promote collaboration and teamwork across business lines and geographies.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Working knowledge of the principles of civil engineering.
• Willing and able to travel as needed for site work that may include inspections, construction quality assurance, and other field work related tasks; both nationally and internationally.
• Valid driver's license
• Familiarity with computer aided design drafting programs
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills with attention to detail; time management skills.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university; Masters preferred.
• 10 to 14 years\' work experience in civil engineering. Dams and/or levees experience required.
• Existing professional registration (PE) or ability to obtain within 3-6 months of starting work.