Project Civil Engineer

Poutrix; Highlands Ranch (CO); Hybrid; USD 86,496 - 142,718; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

15 days PTO that accrue per year

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Civil Engineer in the Denver, Colorado area to support various sectors including mining and rail. The ideal candidate will develop hydraulic models, create permit drawings, and work on site design.

With a flexible hybrid work structure, candidates should have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, 7+ years of experience, and strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D. Benefits include medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, and a competitive salary range of $86,496 – $142,718.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related experience in civil engineering.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D required.
• Registered Professional Engineer with willingness to obtain reciprocity.

Responsibilities

• Develop hydraulic models and perform calculations.
• Produce permit/construction-level drawings and details.
• Interface directly with clients and contractors.
• Manage all aspects of project delivery.

Skills

Hydraulic modeling

AutoCAD Civil3D

Erosion and sediment control

Site design

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer license

Tools

HydroCAD

HEC-RAS

Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life.

Arcadis is seeking a Civil Engineer to join our team in the Denver, Colorado area. This position would support multiple sectors, including mining, oil and gas, and rail. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and planning of hydraulic modeling/calculations, erosion and sediment control evaluations and layout, watershed evaluations, and earthwork site design, as well as permit/construction-level drawings and details. Work will entail a mixture of engineering design, permitting, proposal and report writing, and construction-phase field engineering.

Arcadis offers a flexible working environment and follows a hybrid work structure. A successful candidate will work from the office and remotely based on demands of project and client teams. 1–2 days per week in the office, travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Develop hydraulic models and perform calculations.
• Plan and execute erosion and sediment control evaluations and layout.
• Perform watershed evaluations and design earthwork sites.
• Produce permit/construction-level drawings and details.
• Write technical specifications and reports for civil and environmental permitting.
• Perform engineering design, permitting, proposal writing, and construction-phase field engineering.
• Plan, design, and oversee industrial solid waste landfills, wastewater collection and treatment systems, impoundments, channels, levees, drainage systems, stormwater treatment facilities, pipelines, pump stations, roads, and other civil/environmental aspects of infrastructure.
• Interface directly with clients and contractors and manage all aspects of project delivery utilizing Arcadis resources.
• Assist in field construction and inspections.
• Travel up to 25%.

Qualifications – Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Registered Professional Engineer with willingness to obtain reciprocity in Colorado, Wyoming, and Arizona.
• 7+ years of related experience.
• Ability to work independently and mentor junior staff.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Experience with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling (e.g., HydroCAD, WinTR‑55, PondPack, HEC‑RAS).
• Familiarity with government, client, and industry local codes, regulations, and standards governing design and construction projects.

Qualifications – Preferred

• Prior experience supporting mining, utilities, rail, or pipeline protection projects and coordinating across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Prior experience in land development such as site layout, stormwater management, grading, and erosion and sedimentation controls.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil3D and hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software.
• Understanding of land development, erosion and sediment controls, road design (particularly haul roads and Forest Service roads), river restoration, and stormwater permitting.

Benefits & Salary

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) plan.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, AD&D, and life insurance.
• Paid parental leave and optional wellness benefits, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement.
• 9 paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year.
• Salary range: $86,496 – $142,718 (actual salaries vary).

Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Arcadis is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Arcadis is dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis, including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.