Lead Engineer/Project Manager - Colorado Springs, United States - HR Green

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    Summary

    We
    are currently seeking a Lead Engineer/Project Manager to support our Potable
    Water and Wastewater group in Denver or CO Springs. The Potable Water and
    Wastewater services covers a broad array of work, including moving projects
    from conceptual planning through design, financing, permitting, construction,
    start-up, and operation. Some projects for Wastewater would include wastewater
    treatment plant studies and design, collection system assessments and
    rehabilitation, pump stations, lift stations, process modeling, and permitting.
    Some projects for potable water work - water treatment plant studies and
    design, potable and raw water distribution system assessments and
    rehabilitation, booster stations, modeling, and permitting.

    The
    position is accountable for the successful design and management of assigned
    projects, marketing and client development, technical quality, profitability,
    schedule, project staff coordination, client communications, scoping and
    negotiating scopes and fees, client follow-up, billing/collections and
    maintenance. The Lead Engineer/Project Manager must maintain superior
    relationships with each of his/her clients and direct periodic communication
    with team members is essential. The successful candidate will manage
    several projects and tasks, and may be responsible for completing those tasks,
    simultaneously.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    Project Management
    Prepares scopes of services, detailed project budget, and contract.
    Uses professional judgment to independently complete engineering tasks within federal, state and local established criteria.
    Is responsible for completing each project on time and on budget. Regularly monitors project schedules and budgets throughout the project life. Responsible for leading formal Project Reviews for his/her projects.
    Assigns and manages tasks, schedules, and budgets to project team members (including any sub-contractors). Coordinates project scheduling and conducts "kick-off" and interim project status meeting with the project team.
    Documents the performance of project team members through completion of Project Staff Reviews. Communicates significant performance issues to team members and Practice Leaders so that appropriate action may be taken.
    Ensures the accuracy of completed tasks through the use of established HR Green QA/QC processes established for each project.
    Completes major design tasks that meet the needs of internal and external customers.
    Monitors and pro-actively identifies or corrects technical, schedule or financial issues through effective communication with staff.
    Assists the Client in bidding or contractor selection.
    Monitors construction and supervises field personnel assigned to a task, data collection or a specific project.
    Serves as primary client contact for selected projects. Responds to contractor questions and issues and prepares and issues project addenda as needed.
    Recommends and prepares change orders.
    Signs and seals engineering documents as an authorized representative of the company.

    Business Development

    Provides input into the creation of marketing plans, and maintains regular and accurate record of marketing activities with individual clients.

    Identifies project opportunities and provides input to the Go/No Go decision.

    Participates in the preparation of engineering services proposals, including the interviews, calculation/estimation of time schedules, and costs of the proposed work.

    May present projects to clients on a regular basis, and may present the proposal to the client and/or take a lead role in the interview.

    Cross markets other firm services as appropriate to his/her clients. Participates in profession society activities related to water and wastewater professionals.

    Communications
    Independently communicates on technical matters with the client.
    Responsible for coordinating the timely invoicing and collection of fees.
    Maintains contact with the client after the project is completed and cross markets such other services as is appropriate.

    Assures project correspondence is complete and appropriate and that established lines of communication are maintained with the client, contractors, sub-consultants and team members.

    Education/Experience/Competencies
    Must have a Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering. A Master's degree in a related field is preferred.
    Must have 10 or more years of relevant engineering experience. The ideal candidate will possess 15+ years of relevant engineering experience.

    The successful candidate is highly motivated to grow market share and must market potable water services and wastewater to new and existing clients, manage water design and construction projects (concept and final design), delegate work and coach staff.

    Preferred direct experience in wastewater and water.
    Demonstrates successful networking, collaboration and partnering skills.
    Has a positive industry reputation such that s/he is well known in professional organizations and within the industry marketplace.
    Exhibits a pattern of exceeding expectations, key performance indicator (KPI) targets and project deliverables.

    Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

    Must
    possess a current, valid Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and have the
    ability to obtain licensure in one or more other states in which HR Green
    conducts business. The employee must be capable of driving/operating a
    motor vehicle for company business, and maintain a valid driver's license in
    the state of residence.

    Benefits

    Not only does HR Green provide you with a place to
    grow, thrive, and enjoy your work, but we are also dedicated to delivering a
    comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package. Visit our website for
    detailed total rewards information.

    Compensation Range

    $100,000.00
    - $152,000.00

    The
    expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with
    the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The final agreed upon compensation
    is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to individual
    education, qualifications, prior work experience and geographic work location.
    The total annual compensation package may consist of a base salary and
    eligibility to participate in our performance and discretionary incentive bonus
    program(s).

    HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal
    opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
    employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or
    expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age,
    veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state
    or local law.
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