Merrick & Company is seeking qualified applicants for a Project Manager position in our Water and Wastewater practice in our Denver, Colorado, or Loveland, Colorado offices. This position will need an experienced project manager with a history of successfully wining and delivering projects.

Typical salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $130,000.00. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Job Description

• Must be capable of directing and managing a multi-discipline team of design engineers or technicians on water and wastewater projects.
• Will be expected to provide input to and participate in strategic planning for the team. Work closely with Business Unit management team to identify growth, project delivery, staffing and financial performance.
• Will be expected to adopt and apply all Merrick policies and procedures and to apply them on assignments.
• Work closely with clients to effectively describe and deliver scope of work.
• Prepares and oversees fee proposals for water and wastewater design work.
• Must be capable of leading design teams and performing independent planning and design tasks, reviewing the designs of others, preparing construction documents, and managing the successful delivery of assigned projects.
• Exercise initiative, judgment, and knowledge commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.
• The successful candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills and to effectively interface with clients and community members.
• Some travel may be required.

The Successful Candidate shall:

• Demonstrate experience, in-depth knowledge, and understanding of water treatment and conveyance, wastewater treatment and conveyance, and associated infrastructure. Demonstrated design experience, familiarity with applying State and Federal regulations, and some experience with construction observation is preferred.
• Be able to demonstrate a long-term successful record of Business Development, project management, managing schedules and budgets for medium to large, complex civil engineering design efforts, and demonstrated skills for effectively working in multi-discipline engineering teams.
• Be proficient and have successfully demonstrated capabilities with client development, preparing successful proposals in collaboration with marketing and business development teams and interviews. Colorado experience is preferred by not required.
• Demonstrate successful management of design teams including design engineers, CAD technicians, and subconsultants as part of project teams.
• Foster positive relationships with clients, government agencies, and community representatives.
• Be expected to provide input to and participate in strategic planning for the team.
• Be capable of performing independent design tasks, peer reviews, preparing construction documents (i.e. design drawings, general and technical specifications), preparing both design and construction cost estimates, organizing all project deliverables, and generally managing the efforts of a project design and permitting team
• Demonstrate experience successfully working with team members who may be in different offices or different geographies from the candidate's home office.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an A.B.E.T. Accredited School.
• Master's degree in engineering preferred but not a requirement if successful project experience is demonstrated.
• Must be a registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Colorado or capable of registration within six months of appointment.
• Established track record of success in business development and client satisfaction
• At least five (5) years of demonstrated successful experience in Project Management of Municipal, Water and Sanitation, and Special District water projects. Eight to ten years is preferred.
• Strong technical design experience in water and wastewater projects
• Proven track record of successful project delivery
• Strong written and verbal communications skill.
• 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
• Envision (ENV SP) from the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure credential preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Requires the ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation.
• Be able to work in an environment with open discussions and visitors without getting distracted.
• May be required to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Meets expectations for attendance and punctuality.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Additional information

• Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
• Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) opportunity, 401(k) options, and paid time off (PTO). This position is also eligible for annual performance and spot bonuses.
• Typical salary range for this position is $90,000 - $130,000. Pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
• We recognize the importance of developing top talent from within, our employees have access to a wide range of internal and external training as well as coaching and peer mentoring programs.
• An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
• We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.