Merrick & Company · 1 week ago
Water/Wastewater Project Manager
Merrick & Company is a mid-sized, employee-owned consulting engineering firm that specializes in water and wastewater projects. They are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead multi-discipline teams on various water resource initiatives while collaborating closely with clients and internal teams to ensure project success.
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Responsibilities
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
Demonstrate experience, in-depth knowledge, and understanding of water treatment and conveyance, wastewater treatment and conveyance, and associated infrastructure
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
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an A.B.E.T. Accredited School
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
Fifteen (15) years in infrastructure engineering and 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
Preferred
Envision (ENV SP) from the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure credential preferred but not required
Master's degree in engineering preferred but not a requirement if successful project experience is demonstrated
Benefits
Employee Owned - all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account.
Robust Employee Referral Program.
Annual performance and compensation reviews.
Professional Training and Development.
Employee Recognition Awards.
Peer Mentor Program
Health insurance
Dental and vision coverage
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO)
Company
Merrick & Company
Merrick & Company, an employee-owned, multi-discipline professional engineering, architecture, design-build.
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2025-07-10
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