Project Manager Civil Public Works

Job Summary

Merrick & Company is seeking a technical Project Manager with experience in the management and design of water and wastewater pipeline, transmission, and interceptor projects to be a key collaborative member of our growing Public Works and water infrastructure team within our water practice. The qualified candidate will lead the design and delivery of small and large-diameter water, stormwater and sanitary wastewater pipelines for municipal and utility clients across Colorado.

The position will be based in our Greenwood Village, CO;
Denver, CO;
Loveland, CO; or Colorado Springs, CO office.

• Work on cutting-edge water resource projects that shape the future of infrastructure.
• Collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to community, sustainability, and recreation.
• Enjoy professional growth in a mid‑sized, employee‑owned firm that values technical excellence and work‑life balance.
• Be part of a network of 120+ water professionals committed to engineering excellence and stewardship.

• Lead design and delivery of small and large diameter water, stormwater and sanitary wastewater pipelines, including gravity mains, force mains, lift stations and interceptors.
• Direct and manage a multi‑discipline team of design engineers or technicians on water and sanitary projects.
• Develop and stamp plans, profiles, details and construction specifications for small and large‑diameter gravity and pressurized pipelines.
• Perform hydraulic modeling and evaluate alternatives for alignment, materials, and constructability.
• Lead coordination efforts for other discipline specialists, including survey, trenchless design, geotechnical input, environmental considerations, and other specialties.
• Prepare construction specifications, cost estimates, and engineering reports, and review those provided by others.
• Conduct condition assessment/rehab evaluations for existing large‑diameter assets.
• Design lift stations, interceptors and pipelines, including hydraulic and structural considerations.
• Support project planning, scope, schedule, and budget; manage QA/QC reviews.
• Interface with municipalities, utilities, and permitting agencies; contribute to proposals and presentations.
• Perform independent design tasks; review the designs of others; prepare bid documents, including drawings and specifications; and organize all drawings, reports, calculations, and associated project deliverables.
• Interface with clients and Local, State, and Federal government agencies and be capable of leading project progress meetings, making project presentations, and providing clear written communications.

• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering.
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in engineering or other field closely related to the types of projects to be managed.
• PE (Professional Engineer) in the State of Colorado or the ability to obtain Colorado licensure.
• Technical writing and communication skills.
• Public works design experience with Local, State and/or Federal governments.
• Must have demonstrated skills in leading project teams.
• Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and be insurable under Merrick's insurance carrier.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Ten (10) years of experience in the design of water, stormwater or wastewater pipeline with at least 2 years focused on large diameter systems.
• Experience with coordination of utilities with utility owners and design of utility relocations.
• Experience with trenchless design packages and rehab strategies.
• Experience with local Front Range Colorado municipalities.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, hydraulic modeling tools, Excel-based calculations, StormCAD, Infoworks ICM, and HEC‑RAS.
• Proposal writing and client development experience.

• Employee Ownership – All eligible U.S. employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), sharing in the company's success.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits – Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, and…