Civil Water & Utilities Engineer III​/IV

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Full Time Glenwood Springs, CO, US

5 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $89,600.00 To $ Annually

SGM is seeking a Civil Water Resources Engineer III/IV to join our Civil – Water & Utilities team. This position requires a strong technical foundation in hydraulics, hydrology, and general civil engineering with additional responsibilities in project management, client coordination, and mentoring of junior staff. The successful candidate will contribute to a wide variety of municipal and private-sector water resources, water, and other utility-related projects while helping guide projects from planning through construction.

This position is ideal for a mid-level experienced engineer who enjoys technical design, leading projects, mentoring junior staff, and working closely with clients in Western Colorado.

The Civil Water Resources Engineer III/IV will specialize in raw-water/irrigation, natural waterways, drainage systems, and other utility-related infrastructure projects , including:

• Design of municipal water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage systems
• Post-fire flood control measures
• Agricultural irrigation systems (both delivery and end-use), ponds, and natural streams
• Water conveyance, water distribution, and wastewater systems
• General civil engineering projects related to utilities and water resources
• H & H support for other sectors (transportation/bridges, water rights, site development)

• Lead and perform design for irrigation, municipal water, wastewater, stormwater, and other infrastructure projects
• Produce and oversee development of construction drawings, specifications, technical reports, and cost estimates
• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D for design, production and review of pipe and pressure networks, and grading
• Perform and oversee hydrology and hydraulic calculations using industry-standard software (e.g., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, TR-55, Hydraflow, EPANET)
• Apply municipal, state, and federal design criteria and standards, including local agency standards, Division of Water Resources criteria, NRCS standards
• Provide quality control and technical review of work prepared by junior staff

• Plan, manage, and execute projects of varying size and complexity with limited external direction
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and maintain strong working relationships
• Coordinate project work with other disciplines including roadway, structural, survey, geotechnical, water resources, and SUE teams
• Identify project risks and develop solutions to keep projects on schedule and within budget
• Assist with preparation of proposals, cost estimates, and scope development
• Support business development efforts through responsive client service, technical expertise, and participation in project pursuits
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff
• Direct work assignments and review deliverables prepared by junior engineers
• Share technical expertise and best practices across project teams
• Demonstrate leadership in technical specialization, client service, or project management

• Conduct site visits and field reviews, including work in mountain environments
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies and utility providers, as needed
• Prepare technical memoranda, reports, and client correspondence
• Maintain accurate documentation and project records

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a closely related field
• Engineer III:
  Typically 4–10 years of relevant engineering experience
• Engineer IV:
  Typically 8–15 years of relevant engineering experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe
• Experience in municipal and general civil engineering projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational,…