Colorado Water Resources Lead | Senior Engineer & Growth

LVI Associates

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 135,000 - 175,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

LVI Associates seeks a senior water resources leader to guide complex projects and expand the firm’s presence across Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years in water resources, Colorado water rights expertise, and strong business development skills to mentor staff and grow client relationships.

This role emphasizes technical excellence, clear communication, project delivery, and strategic growth in municipal, utility, and private markets.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field.
  • 12+ years of relevant water resources experience.
  • PE license preferred; advanced degrees a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex water resources and water supply projects throughout Colorado.
  • Provide technical expertise related to water rights, water availability, planning, and management.
  • Support and grow client relationships across municipal, utility, and private sector markets.
  • Develop new business opportunities and contribute to long-term market growth.
  • Lead project pursuits, proposals, and strategic initiatives.
  • Manage multidisciplinary project teams and mentor developing staff.
  • Oversee technical quality, project budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
  • Prepare and review technical memoranda, reports, studies, and presentations.
  • Communicate technical findings to clients, stakeholders, and decision-makers.
  • Support water rights evaluations, supply assessments, modeling efforts, and regulatory processes.

Skills

Water resources leadership
Client development
Project management
Technical writing
Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering
PE license preferred

Job description

LVI Associates seeks a senior water resources leader to guide complex projects and expand the firm’s presence across Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years in water resources, Colorado water rights expertise, and strong business development skills to mentor staff and grow client relationships.

This role emphasizes technical excellence, clear communication, project delivery, and strategic growth in municipal, utility, and private markets.

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