Civil Project Lead

Overview

We are looking to add a full-time civil engineer to the Energy group in Denver, CO. If working on the most challenging water and natural resources projects, building on your talents through a premier knowledge-sharing culture, and connecting across borders with some of the worlds top talent appeals to you, join us.

• Follow safe work practices and adhere to company guidelines for planning and executing work in a safe manner.
• Work in conjunction with engineers, geologists, and scientists to solve project challenges, leading design tasks and overseeing design calculations as required.
• Lead technical teams, perform technical work, make technical presentations, plan technical portions of projects, develop technical portions of proposals, and provide technical review of work products.
• Mentoring, coaching, and training of less-experienced professionals, as required
• Manage projects and tasks with the assistance of 1 to 10 engineers.
• Select criteria for planning, design, and construction of dams, foundations, tunnels, slopes, and related structures.
• Assist with feasibility studies by conducting research to assess challenges and develop solutions.
• Assist with cost estimating.
• Develop familiarity with regulatory agency requirements, technical design standards, and industry standards and guidelines.
• Oversee Construction Quality Assurance including the review of shop drawings and submittals, response to request for information, prepare site observation reports, and perform other contract administration tasks.
• Develop design drawings and specifications for various levels of design (e.g. 30%, 60%, 90%, 100% design).
• Participate in professional development and training activities.
• Assist with business development activities including the preparation of budgets and scopes of work.
• Lead by example with active support of internal policies and practices, including health & safety, risk management, project management, and quality management.
• Grow internal and external networks to further enhance Client reputation and identify additional talent to join our team.
• Mentor and train future leaders, including development of succession plans for key positions.
• Promote collaboration and teamwork across business lines and geographies.

• Working knowledge of the principles of civil engineering.
• Willing and able to travel as needed for site work that may include inspections, construction quality assurance, and other field work related tasks; both nationally and internationally.
• Valid driver's license
• Familiarity with computer aided design drafting programs
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills with attention to detail; time management skills.

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university;
  Masters preferred.
• 10 to 14 years  work experience in civil engineering. Dams and/or levees experience required.
• Existing professional registration (PE) or ability to obtain within 3-6 months of starting work.