Sr Project Engineer

The Opportunity

RS&H is currently seeking an experienced project engineer to join our team across Colorado. This position will work outside on an active construction site. As part of the construction management team, you'll serve an integral role in the firm by acting as an owner’s representative for inspection and contract administration during the construction of large-scale projects. This position will manage the consultant contract, including responsibility for accounts receivable, subconsultant management, and client management interface;

plan and organize the work of others, which may include managing a small team of direct reports; verify and ensure construction activities are performed in compliance with contract documentation; direct construction engineering administration and inspection programs; draft all owner’s‑side project correspondence; review claims, change orders, and requests for time extensions; participate in the marketing and development of new contract opportunities and pursuits;

and develop and/or review policies, methods, practices, and procedures.

To be successful in this role, you must:

• Have a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program and 10 years relevant experience.
• Be a professional engineer (PE) in good standing.
• Have experience in construction of major road or bridge structures and proven ability to successfully address challenging or potentially controversial issues in a sound professional and business‑like manner.
• Have a valid driver's license, be insurable, and be able to safely operate a vehicle on the highway and on construction sites.
• Have a passion for working outside and a tolerance for exposure to the elements.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills and have the ability to effectively interact with and build strong relationships with clients, customers, contractors, and other key stakeholders.

• Experience serving as Owner’s Representative on large‑scale transportation or infrastructure projects.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience within construction engineering and inspection environments.

Benefits:

• Paid Vacation, Personal Time Off, and Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Certification and Licensure Support
• 100% Employee Owned Company!
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Pet Insurance
• Cellphone Stipend
• Company Vehicle
• And much more!

Hiring Salary Range:($115,375 - $190,336) - for this location. The final agreed upon compensation is commensurate with experience relative to the position and/or primary work location.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Please note: no agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy. Candidates should apply directly to this role to be considered. It is the responsibility of all third‑party recruiting and employment agencies to know and adhere to our recruiting policy.