Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects is currently seeking a licensed professional Civil or Environmental Engineer to join our Storm Water Drainage team in Denver, CO. Qualified candidates must have 15+ years of experience in water resources, including stormwater drainage. Candidates with previous work and/or consulting experience in the Denver and surrounding areas are especially encouraged to apply.
The ideal candidate for this position is an experienced engineer who is tired of the corporate mindset and wants to return to a "people-focused" way of doing business. A candidate who values relationships and working together to solve problems for our clients and communities and building long-term trust through quality project delivery.
The Denver Senior Engineer will be expected to join our Denver Office team and work alongside junior and mid-level staff in the Colorado Springs office. They will coordinate with Drainage Practice Leads in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Loveland and cross-discipline to help mentor staff, deliver projects, win work, and optimize processes.
Essential Job FunctionsProject Management:- Manage design, permitting, and construction services for the assigned project efficiently and responsibly.
- Deliver projects on time, on budget, and within the agreed schedule.
- Participate in adopting and improving design standards to improve or enhance our practice.
- Manage project delivery from start to finish, to meet project quality, schedule, and cost commitments.
- Estimate additional work fee/scope and alert management of issues.
- Understand the inclusion and exclusion of the scope of services for different project types.
- Regularly maintain required to maintain positive client relationships.
- Be sensitive to clients' needs and prioritize information that the client needs.
- Delegate work as needed to junior and mid-level staff as appropriate.
- Mentor other staff in technical and project management skills
Design:- Complete site designs, perform hydraulics and hydrology calculations, and design stormwater infrastructure, grading, erosion control, & drainage plans.
- Prepare drainage and erosion control plans based on project scope.
- Prepare appropriate drainage criteria and similar manuals for clients and review existing criteria based on project needs.
- Ensure appropriate methodology is followed on projects you are managing.
Quality Control:- Ensure that quality control procedures are implemented and followed.
Client Relations:- Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and government agencies and meet their expectations.
- Attend progress meetings for projects.
- Embody our culture of "Higher Relationships" with external clients.
- Existing relationships with clients in Denver and the surrounding area are preferred.
- Help to win work and grow our operations in the Denver Metro Area and Colorado markets.
Staff Management:- Direct drafters and assist engineers working on your projects.
- Motivate staff working on your projects.
- Maintain a good rapport with all levels of staff members.
- Embody our culture of "Higher Relationships" with internal staff.
- Demonstrate leadership abilities with the project team.
- Manage the production staff working on your projects to communicate effectively to achieve project goals and meet deadlines.
- Manage junior staff to see that designs and plans are appropriately compiled, on time, and in a quality fashion.
- Manage assigned workload and schedule effectively with given resources. Communicate staffing needs with upper management to minimize downtime and overloaded staff.
- Communicate with upper management in advance when the schedule or scope changes.
- Actively participate and adhere to our safety program and ensure that all team members are as well.
Required Skills:- Effective communication skills - both verbal and written.
- Broad understanding of engineering principles required
- Experience developing and delivering drainage and erosion control drawings, calculations, reports, and specifications for private and/or public clients.
- Skilled in project management and managing technical professionals and demonstrated ability to lead and direct multiple concurrent projects.
Required Experience:- Candidate must have a BS or an MS in Civil Engineering or a related field
- 15+ years of experience in water resources, including stormwater drainage
- Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Colorado, or ability to obtain within six months.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, experience with MicroStation OpenRoads is desirable
- Experience with drainage-related software programs such as HEC-RAS, PC-SWMM, InfoWorks ICM, HY-8, and others.
- Experience and proficiency in performing drainage analysis, drainage planning, and drainage facility design
- Experience with project management
- Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills
- Strong teamwork, leadership, and communication skills
- Excellent work ethic and a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles
- Have a collaborative mindset and capable of working with staff from various backgrounds and experiences.
Salary: $120,000.00 - $185,000.00Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.About Us:Wilson & Company has a rich history in planning and design, and the right candidate will become part of our bright future. We provide multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, surveying, mapping, environmental, and planning services, and employ staff throughout 14 offices in 9 states. The firm was founded in 1932 and provides services to a diverse client base including railroads; municipal, state, and federal agencies; energy, industrial, and commercial companies; and private developers.
The cornerstone of our success is Higher Relationships, standards in Discipline, Intensity, Collaboration, Shared Ownership, and Solutions. Discipline is doing it right, with attention to details without exception. Intensity is doing what it takes to meet and exceed expectations. Collaboration is working together and bringing out the best in each other. Shared Ownership means we adopt the goals of others as our own. Finally, Solutions are achieved in a win-win environment. We value this commitment to Higher Relationships with our employees, clients, and the communities where we live and work. And for you, our culture intends to help you achieve personal and professional success. Come grow with us!
Wilson & Company provides a comprehensive benefits package that encourages employee health and well-being. We have several options to choose from for health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plan benefits. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks.
Wilson & Company is a federal contractor and subject to various health and safety regulations enforced by federal, state, and local agencies, as well as health and safety requirements of our clients. Wilson & Company is committed to complying with all regulations and requirements, which could include, but are not limited to, vaccination requirements, testing requirements, masking requirements, and personal protective equipment requirements. All regulations and requirements are subject to change, which could impact Wilson & Company policy and requirements for employees.
