Colorado Water Resources Project Lead – CDOT & Floodplain

JMT; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) seeks a Water Resources Project Manager for Colorado-focused drainage and stormwater programs. The role manages delivery from planning through construction support, coordinating with CDOT, local agencies, and municipalities along the Front Range.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in drainage engineering, a PE license or ability to obtain, and strong leadership and communication skills to mentor staff and grow client relationships in the Denver metro area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• Colorado Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain licensure within 6 months.
• 7+ years of drainage engineering experience.
• 2+ years of design oversight and training junior staff.
• Experience with CDOT drainage design for transportation projects.
• Familiarity with CDOT drainage criteria, Mile High Flood District standards, and Denver-area local agency requirements.
• Proficiency with Open Roads Designer, Open Roads Drainage, and Utilities modeling.
• Experience with HEC-RAS 1D/2D and stormwater management design; HEC-HMS.
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead and mentor staff.
• Ability to build client relationships and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee CDOT drainage reports, hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, and PS&E drainage design.
• Lead project(s) within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate with disciplines and subconsultants to develop project scope and fee.
• Prepare project plans, management plans, and quality management procedures.
• Create and maintain project schedules and manage subconsultants.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and propose extra work orders.
• Communicate project status to stakeholders and participate in financial status meetings.
• Develop relationships with CDOT, Mile High Flood District, and local agencies.
• Apply Colorado drainage criteria to deliver practical, approvable solutions.
• Lead status updates and presentations; support marketing and proposal development.
• Coordinate technical resources and mentor project team, including one-on-one check-ins.

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) seeks a Water Resources Project Manager for Colorado-focused drainage and stormwater programs. The role manages delivery from planning through construction support, coordinating with CDOT, local agencies, and municipalities along the Front Range.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in drainage engineering, a PE license or ability to obtain, and strong leadership and communication skills to mentor staff and grow client relationships in the Denver metro area.