Full-Time

Stormwater/Water Resources Project Manager

Updated on 4/28/2025

Benesch

Benesch

501-1,000 employees

Engineering and consulting for community infrastructure

Compensation Overview

$104k - $175k/yr

+ Overtime + Bonuses

Senior, Expert

Johnstown, CO, USA + 3 more

More locations: Fort Collins, CO, USA | Denver, CO, USA | Greeley, CO, USA

Candidates can work from any of the listed cities in Colorado, with flexibility within the front range of Colorado.

Category
Project Management
Business & Strategy
Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related discipline required
  • Colorado Professional Engineering (PE) License required (or obtain within 6 months of employment)
  • 10+ years of transportation drainage experience preferred
  • Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
  • Strong analytical, reasoning, problem solving, and decision-making ability
  • Ability to utilize accounting and scheduling software for project management
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Ability to prioritize, manage, and advance multiple projects simultaneously
  • Thorough understanding of state, federal and regional design and regulatory standards
Responsibilities
  • Perform hydraulic and hydrology (H&H) analyses and design for transportation projects
  • Prepare drainage reports in conformance with client and industry standards
  • Assist with plan production related to drainage design, stormwater management and detention facilities, water quality/MS4, quantities and specifications
  • Contribute to project goals and milestones, coordinate resources, and monitor project progress
  • Oversee and assist in preparation of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, studies, reports, construction drawings/plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a wide variety of stormwater design and planning projects
  • Adhere to all internal procedures for quality control, documentation, and project tracking to ensure the development of high-quality engineering documents
  • Champion relationships with key clients in the Denver metro area and throughout Colorado
  • Contribute to other project work as a technical specialist or advisor as needed
  • Market potential clients in coordination with Division and Group leadership
  • Provide input into the growth of the practice
  • Actively participate in the marketing process including proposal writing
  • Lead strategic project pursuits for drainage projects
  • Develop and manage scopes, schedules and staff hours for drainage related tasks and projects
  • Contribute to Colorado Division strategic growth initiatives
Desired Qualifications
  • 10+ years of transportation drainage experience preferred
  • Experience developing deliverables per CDOT standards and requirements (preferred)
  • Established relationships with Colorado Front Range clients (preferred)
  • Experience with developing detailed floodplain studies and floodplain permitting for no-rise certifications (preferred)
  • Solid understanding of FEMA technical requirements for CLOMR and LOMR submittals (preferred)
  • Eagerness to mentor and train others

Benesch improves community infrastructure in the United States by providing engineering and consulting services across various sectors, including transportation and environmental services. The company emphasizes ADA compliance, ensuring accessibility in public facilities and transportation systems. Benesch stands out from competitors with its multidisciplinary team that collaborates on complex projects, fostering long-term client relationships. Their goal is to deliver high-quality, sustainable solutions through project-based contracts.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1946

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What believers are saying

  • The Biden administration's infrastructure bill boosts funding for Benesch's projects.
  • Smart city initiatives create opportunities for Benesch to integrate advanced technologies.
  • High-speed rail network expansion offers new opportunities for Benesch's rail infrastructure expertise.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging firms offering similar services at lower costs threaten Benesch's market share.
  • Municipalities forming in-house teams may reduce demand for Benesch's consulting services.
  • AI-driven design tools could disrupt traditional engineering practices, affecting Benesch's offerings.

What makes Benesch unique

  • Benesch specializes in ADA compliance, ensuring accessible infrastructure for all communities.
  • The firm offers multidisciplinary solutions across transportation, aviation, and environmental sectors.
  • Benesch's holistic approach fosters long-term client relationships through comprehensive infrastructure solutions.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Work Hours

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Professional Development Budget

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Home Office Stipend

Company News

Crain's Chicago Business
Feb 6th, 2025
Gavin McCarty and Seth Kleinman

Gavin McCarty has joined Benesch as Of Counsel in the firm's Litigation Practice Group.

Crain's Chicago Business
Feb 6th, 2025
Megan Ratia and Gilbert Villaflor

Gilbert Villaflor has joined Benesch as a Partner in the firm's Intellectual Property Practice Group.

Crain's Chicago Business
Jun 17th, 2024
People on the Move

Nicholas R. Pesavento has joined Benesch as Partner in the firm's Corporate & Securities Practice Group.

Crain's Chicago Business
Jun 4th, 2024
Scott M. Eckel and Amelia Parker

Scott M. Eckel has joined Benesch as an associate in the firm's Litigation Practice Group.

PRWeb
May 16th, 2024
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