Project Manager I/II - Drainage
The Project Manager I/II - Drainage role at Confidential Client involves managing civil engineering projects focused on transportation, drainage, parks, and infrastructure improvements. Responsibilities include project design, contract management, regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and supervision of staff to ensure safe, functional, and environmentally compliant public works projects. The position supports capital improvement initiatives from conception through completion, collaborating with multiple agencies and the public to deliver high-quality municipal infrastructure.
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About the Role
This role is for a Project Manager I/II — Drainage level working for a confidential client in Englewood, CO. The role supports municipal infrastructure work including drainage, transportation, parks, and capital improvement projects. The position is offered at two levels:
- Project Manager I — entry-level professional engineering responsibilities under supervision.
- Project Manager II — journey-level responsibilities with independent project management, technical review, and possible supervision of staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct engineering studies, cost analyses, and prepare design calculations, sketches, plans, specifications, and estimates.
- Review civil, drainage, grading, and utility plans; ensure compliance with municipal standards and regulations.
- Manage capital improvement projects (CIP) from scoping and design through construction and close-out.
- Prepare contract documents, manage bids and consultant/contractor work, and process change orders and payments.
- Perform or direct field inspections and materials/quality assurance activities to ensure work meets plans and codes.
- Coordinate projects with other agencies, utility providers, Urban Drainage, and regional partners.
- Provide drainage and environmental engineering support, including review of drainage reports and floodplain administration.
- Perform traffic and roadway engineering tasks: traffic studies, speed/accident analysis, pavement preservation planning.
- Support parks-related civil work including irrigation, well coordination, and site details.
- Supervise, mentor, and assign work to technical and field staff as required.
- Present technical information and project updates to the public, commissions, and elected officials.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Project Manager I (minimum)
- Knowledge of civil engineering principles, mathematics, and construction practices.
- Ability to perform technical research and designs under supervision.
- Proficiency with office software and basic engineering/CAD systems.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Valid Colorado driver’s license or ability to obtain.
Project Manager II (adds to PM I)
- Minimum three years of responsible civil, environmental, or traffic engineering experience.
- Ability to independently design, review, and modify plans and specifications.
- Experience with pavement design, construction methods, materials testing, and QA/QC.
- Understanding of project management and municipal budgeting.
- Supervisory experience and the ability to manage CIP budgets and schedules.
- Professional registrations or certifications preferred: PE, EI, Master’s degree, PLA, PMP, or AICP.
- Valid Colorado driver’s license or ability to obtain.
Education & Experience
- PM I: Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Traffic Engineering, or related field; no experience required.
- PM II: Bachelor’s degree plus three years of relevant engineering experience; professional certification or advanced degree preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly salary ranges provided by the confidential client:
- Project Manager I: $36.20 - $54.11 per hour
- Project Manager II: $42.65 - $63.64 per hour
- An estimated annual salary midpoint is shown on some job boards; the posted ranges above reflect the published pay bands.
- Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; life and AD&D; disability insurance; retirement plans; employee assistance; paid training; education reimbursement; vacation and sick leave accrual; and 11 paid holidays.
Work Schedule, Location & Other Info
- Primary work location: Englewood, CO (on-site Monday–Friday typical). Remote or flexible schedules may be discussed with supervisor approval.
- This is a full-time, salaried position (exempt/non-exempt status as determined by the confidential client).
- Relocation assistance is not provided.
- Work includes both office and field time; may involve exposure to weather and occasional evening or weekend hours.
Why This Opportunity
- Lead meaningful public infrastructure projects in a well-resourced municipal environment.
- Join a collaborative team committed to safe, sustainable, and well‑maintained public facilities.
- Competitive pay bands and a comprehensive benefits package.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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