Senior Project Engineer (Land Development)

Reports To:

Project Manager

Status:

Full-time, Exempt

Ready to elevate your engineering career and make a tangible impact on communities across Colorado?

EPS Group is seeking a dedicated Senior Project Engineer (PE-2) to lead the design and execution of complex land development and civil engineering projects. In this role, you’ll drive key deliverables - ranging from grading, drainage reports, and utility modeling to construction administration - while mentoring junior engineering talent and collaborating closely with Project Managers and multidisciplinary teams.

Required Credential: Active Professional Engineer (PE) License (Civil) is strictly required.

Experience: 7+ years of project planning and execution experience in civil land development.

Technical Expertise: Demonstrated background in complex site grading, drainage modeling/reporting, utility layout, and code compliance, with the authority to stamp project deliverables.

Primary Areas of Focus

• Complex Design
• Workflow Management
• Oversee Engineering Tasks

Core Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design of complex projects, including grading, drainage, and utilities.
• Develop project objectives and approach for proposals and identify necessary sub-consultants.
• Prepare fee and cost estimates.
• Perform final review of utility models and drainage reports and stamp for approval.
• Responsible for completing project deliverables on time and within budget.
• Ensure projects' compliance with applicable codes, policies, practices, performance standards, and specifications.
• Communicate with internal and external project teams and clients.
• Develop project approach and workflow for simple projects to maintain profitability.
• Assist in developing project approach and workflow for complicated projects.
• Frequently communicate project progress to the Project Manager identifying any concerns.
• Review engineering tasks and initiate any appropriate corrective actions.
• Assist Project Managers in construction administration and observation.
• Provide support to entitlement and public processes.
• Respond to basic requests for information (RFIs) with direction.
• Prepare grant applications for public works projects.
• Oversee technical report preparation.
• Mentor project team.
• Cooperate and communicate effectively with the project manager and other project participants to provide assistance and technical support.
• Responsible for completing timecards accurately and on time.
• May require attending project team and public meetings after hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Achieve a 75-85% Billable Utilization Rate. Non-billable activities include company & team meetings, professional development, community involvement, innovation time, culture & engagement activities, learning, and training.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Environmental, Construction Management, or related Engineering field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project planning and execution for land development projects.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and exposure to scheduling software ideal.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• The ability to work with multiple disciplines.
• Excellent organizational, time management, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, policies, standards, and best practices.
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance.

Required Licensure

• Professional Engineering License.

Physical Requirements

• Required to stand, walk, and sit.
• The position may require a visit to project sites occasionally.
• The position requires a normal range of hearing.
• The employee must be able to lift 40 lbs. occasionally.
• Requires prolonged sitting with 15% of the time spent bending and reaching.
• Must have manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
• Noise levels are consistent with a standard office environment.

Perks & Benefits

• Health, life, 401(k), dental and vision insurance
• Short-term, long-term disability insurance and leave
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Bereavement leave
• Discretionary bonuses, if applicable