Project Manager - Surface/Stormwater

OverviewMerrick is seeking qualified applicants for a Project Manager position in our

Surface Water/Stormwater Engineering Group as part of our expanding Water

Practice in Colorado. The Merrick Water Practice is inclusive of water,

wastewater, and surface water markets. The position will be located in our

Denver, CO office.

Job Description:

The Project Manager must be capable of marketing, directing, and managing

a team of engineers, CAD technicians, and/or subconsultants on surface

water/stormwater projects. As a pivotal member of our team, this position

requires the ability to not only be proficient in the technical work, but to

also manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and interface with

multi-discipline professionals. This position requires a high level of

demonstrated effectiveness in working with both public and private sector

clients, stakeholders, other consulting team members, and in marketing

these services to public agencies and other target clients in Colorado.

The successful candidate will be required to interface with clients and

Federal, Local and State government agencies for surface water projects

located anywhere within the country. Some travel will be required.

The successful candidate shall:

Demonstrate experience, in-depth knowledge, and understanding of

river/stream processes and restoration, open channel hydraulics,

hydraulic structures, USACE 404 permitting process, FEMA

(CLOMR/LOMR) analysis/evaluation and floodplain permitting, grade

control structures, streambank armoring and erosion control.

Work experience with Mile High Flood District is preferred, but not required

Recreational whitewater design and/or construction experience is

preferred, but not required

Be able to demonstrate a long-term successful record of Business

Development, project management, managing schedules and budgets for medium

to large, complex civil engineering design efforts, and demonstrated

skills for effectively working in multi-discipline engineering teams.

Be proficient and have successfully demonstrated capabilities with client

development, preparing successful proposals in collaboration with marketing

and business development teams, interviews, and negotiations for project

awards with a wide range of public agencies and private sector clients.

Colorado experience is preferred by not required.

Demonstrate successful management of design teams including design

engineers, CAD technicians, and subconsultants on surface water and urban

stormwater projects.

Foster positive relationships with clients, government agencies, and

community representatives.

Be expected to provide input to and participate in strategic planning for the

team.

Work closely with the Business Unit Management Team to: identify target

clients and projects, grow staff, monitor project delivery and meet

financial performance goals.

Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including geomorphologist,

landscape architects, surveyors, and construction professionals, to

ensure alignment with project objectives. Be capable of performing independent

design tasks, peer reviews, preparing construction documents (i.e.

design drawings, general and technical specifications), preparing both

design and construction cost estimates, organizing all project

deliverables, and generally managing the efforts of a project design and

permit

Have proven experience in assisting clients in the construction contractor bid

reviews, selection, and award process.

Have demonstrated experience in the proposal development and execution of

construction phase services that includes submittal reviews, construction

observation, home office and field engineering, quality assurance, and

final acceptance of work when required.

Prepare and meet with clients to either validate or negotiate proposed scope

of work, budget/fee estimates, schedule, level of quality, change

management, and ensure the projects meet the goals and expecta ions of the

client and stakeholders.

Prepare fee proposals for both engineering design and construction observation

work.

Oversee internal communication and coordination of design efforts.

Effectively manage the financial performance, schedules and reporting

requirements of assigned projects and meets expectations for attendance and

punctuality.

Exercise initiative, judgment, and knowledge commensurate with the

responsibilities of the position.

Required Experience:

The successful applicant should have a minimum of ten (10) years of

combined experience in surface water and river restoration design, project

management, and construction phase services, although strong candidates

with lesser experience could be considered based on their overall

capabilities.

Must be a registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Colorado or capable

of registration within six months of appointment.

The successful applicant should preferably have five (5) years of

experience in design and engineering experience working in Colorado including

large public works, drainage, and river restoration projects for Front

Range municipalities.

Experience working on open channel waterways, creeks, and rivers,

streambank restoration, and storm sewer projects.

Should have a demonstrated track record of providing exemplary client

satisfaction and multi-year client relationships.

Bachelor of Sciences / Civil or Environmental Engineering degree from an

A.B.E.T. accredited school is required.

Master's degree in engineering is preferred, but not a requirement if

successful project experience is demonstrated.

Affiliation with local industry groups is preferred.

Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and be

insurable under Merrick's insurance carrier.

Physical Requirements

Requires the ability to sit for extended For full info follow application

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