Civil Engineer / Project Manager - Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc

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You belong at SEH

We are currently searching for a talented Civil Engineer IV to join and grow with our Civil team! This will be a remote position focusing on Colorado’s Western Slope towns.

Your options as a civil engineer are endless at SEH. You’ll engineer better communities -- complete streets, safer sidewalks, more sustainable utilities, and trails and parks. Others specialize in large-scale projects, like flood control facilities, dams, landfills, harbors/marinas, structural retaining walls and larger geotechnical projects. Regardless of the project, you’ll have your hands in the mix through all phases of a project: planning, pre-design, design, contract documentation, bidding and construction. As people walk, drive, bike or commute through a community or across a landscape, your expertise is positively impacting their daily lives.

Why our employee-owners love SEH:

• "I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" – GIS Analyst
• "What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one-on-one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who. " – Civil Engineering Technician
• "Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" – Sr Financial Analyst
• "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" – Civil Engineer
• "This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." – Sr Mechanical Engineer

Why you’ll love SEH:

• Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
• Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company’s success
• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
• Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
• Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

This Opportunity:

SEH, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Civil Professional Engineer (P.E.) to join our team, focusing on projects in the picturesque and unique environments of Colorado’s Western Slope towns. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience managing various types of infrastructure projects and be adept at building strong professional relationships with local government officials. This role requires a thorough understanding of the unique dynamics and challenges faced by Colorado’s Western Slope communities, ensuring that our engineering solutions meet their unique needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster strong relationships with clients by understanding Western Colorado’s unique community challenges and confidently utilizing SEH solutions to secure new projects.
• Manage and oversee a wide variety of infrastructure projects from inception through completion, ensuring high-quality deliverables and adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen professional relationships with local government staff and officials, stakeholders, and community members in Colorado’s Western Slope towns, including Grand Junction, Montrose, Mesa County, and others in that region of the state.
• Collaborate closely with diverse teams of engineers, architects, and planners to create innovative, effective infrastructure solutions tailored to Western Slope environments.
• Facilitate communication between SEH and local government agencies to ensure transparency and alignment throughout project lifecycles.
• Prepare and present project proposals, reports, and updates to local government bodies and other stakeholders.
• Conduct site visits and assessments to monitor project progress and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Stay informed on local, state, and federal regulations impacting infrastructure projects and ensure compliance in all planning and execution phases.
• Coordinate efforts closely within the Business Development team and other technical staff to foster new Western Slope clients and projects while supporting a culture of professional development within the team.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the state of Colorado.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management within the infrastructure sector, with a well-rounded focus on local government projects.
• Proven track record of successfully managing projects in Western Slope terrains.
• Strong understanding of the political and operational structures of local government in Colorado's Western towns
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in preparing and managing budgets, schedules, and contracts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in Civil Engineering.
• Master’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Preference for candidates with recent or current employment in a local government position within a Colorado mountain community.
• Proven track record of leveraging your Western Colorado network to identify and secure new projects through strategic positioning and competitive insights.

Who We Are

Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us®.

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $130,000 and $150,000 based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at, SEH Hiring Journey

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

SEH is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: SEH does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by SEH’s Talent Director, SEH reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies

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