Civil Project Manager

RICK; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Mentorship & career development

People-focused culture

Job summary

RICK Engineering Company in Denver, Colorado seeks a Civil Engineering Project Manager. You will lead landmark projects, manage client relationships, supervise technical staff, and coordinate with public agencies to deliver high‑impact civil infrastructure work.

Qualified candidates have a BSCE, Colorado PE or eligibility within six months, and 5–10 years of relevant experience (8–12 without PE). AutoCAD/Civil 3D experience is preferred and mentorship is available.

Qualifications

• BSCE degree required; Colorado PE or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant civil engineering experience (or 8–12 years without PE).
• Strong leadership and management skills; ability to supervise technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction documents, contracts, and field coordination.
• Oversee project schedules and budgets.
• Prepare contracts, proposals, and scopes of work.
• Support client/public agency interactions and business development.
• Lead design teams and coordinate with internal staff.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relations

Public agency coordination

Construction oversight

Education

BSCE degree

Colorado PE or eligibility

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Job description

Cultivate your career with RICK! As a Civil Engineering Project Manager, experience the opportunity to work within an innovative and dynamic culture on meaningful, landmark projects in the Denver, Colorado area. RICK team members partner with clients and communities to turn their dreams into reality. In this role, you will learn from and work alongside industry-leading experts, shaping the future together while building relationships and making a difference.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will have a BSCE degree, Colorado Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer (or the ability to obtain it within the next 6 months), plus a minimum of 5-10 years of relevant experience (or the equivalent work experience of 8-12 years in this industry without PE licensure).

Candidates For This Position Must Demonstrate The Following Requirements

• Strong independent thought and decision-making abilities
• A minimum of three years of management experience in supervising the work of technical staff
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills
• Demonstrated project management ability
• Adept ability in establishing and maintaining strong and positive working relationships with clients/public agency personnel, and in-house staff

Managerial experience for the qualified candidate will include the following

• Management of construction documents and contracts
• Management of construction support and field coordination
• Management of project schedules and budgets
• Preparation of contracts, fee proposals, and scopes of work
• Significant experience in client and public agency interactions
• Management of design and support staff
• Demonstrated high-level leadership and management; ability to accept and respond appropriately to constructive feedback and interactions with others
• Ability to apply seasoned and strategic time management skills and strategies
• Leadership experience with project teams
• Ownership of client relationships
• Management of multiple projects
• High level of comfort in working with public agencies
• Participation in proposals preparation and business development
• Civil 3D knowledge and/or experience (primarily used for review rather than production)

Technical Experience Will Include The Following

• Ability to perform conceptual and preliminary engineering design studies (incorporating land use and zoning considerations, assessment and consideration of site constraints, infrastructure requirements, and potential regulatory issues)
• Preparation/processing of regulatory plans
• Preparation/processing of public improvement plans (private and public)
• Ability to perform constructability reviews
• Experience with a range of construction support services
• Ability to apply engineering principles, techniques, and procedures for civil engineering design
• Ability to successfully accept and carry out responsibilities for the design team's direction, control, and planning while setting realistic goals and making decisions independently
• Understanding of the fundamentals of construction staking requirements

Preferred Experience Includes The Following

• Knowledge of jurisdictional codes, standards, and procedures in the State of Colorado and the surrounding region (strongly preferred)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil 3D and the ability to effectively review and direct technical production (preferred) Additional Attributes
• Possesses working knowledge of business and management principles associated with strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production procedures, interviewing and hiring methods, and the coordination of people
• Relates well to others and maintains a high level of respect and confidence from coworkers and public agencies
• Demonstrates an ability to negotiate effectively
• Demonstrates a high level of competence in written and verbal communication

RICK’s Offerings

• Generous benefits package
• Medical, dental, vision, profit sharing, 401K, life and disability insurance, and personal leave
• Opportunities for mentorship and career development/growth
• People-focused company culture with activities/gatherings, team building, wellness programs, events, and more

At RICK, you will find an abundance of opportunities for mentorship, growth, and (of course) fun! Learn more by visiting www.rickengineering.com

RICK Engineering Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer

RICK employees are protected by laws designed to protect employees from discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs. RICK employees are also protected against retaliation if they engage in a protected activity, whistleblowing, or the exercise of any appeal or grievance right provided by law.