Senior Water/Wastewater Project Engineer

💧 Senior Project Engineer – Water/Wastewater

📍 Louisville, CO.
🏢 REC

REC is partnering with a well-established, nationally recognized engineering consulting firm to identify a Senior Project Engineer specializing in water and wastewater infrastructure. This individual will play a key role in delivering complex pipeline and conveyance projects across the Western U.S., with a strong emphasis on Colorado and neighboring markets.

🌟 The Opportunity

This role blends technical leadership, project execution, and client engagement. You’ll be instrumental in driving project success while helping expand market presence and strengthen long-term client relationships.

You’ll collaborate with senior leadership and multidisciplinary teams to grow the firm’s water practice, while mentoring staff and contributing to strategic initiatives.

🔧 What You’ll Do

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of water/wastewater conveyance and pipeline projects
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget
• Develop proposals, statements of qualifications, and project execution strategies
• Build and maintain strong relationships with public sector utility clients
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to engineers and support staff
• Support business development efforts and identify new project opportunities
• Ensure adherence to quality control standards and internal procedures
• Stay current on industry trends and innovations, recommending improvements where applicable
• Represent the firm through industry events and professional organizations

🧠 What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• PE license (Colorado and/or California, or ability to obtain)
• 10+ years of experience in consulting engineering, focused on water/wastewater infrastructure
• Proven success managing projects, clients, and teams
• Strong background in planning, design, and construction oversight
• Demonstrated ability to drive business development and client growth
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Expertise in pipeline/conveyance systems is highly desirable

📈 Why This Role Stands Out

• High-visibility position with leadership and growth potential
• Opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure projects across a large geographic footprint
• Collaborative environment with access to cutting-edge tools and resources
• Clear path toward program management and strategic leadership

💼 Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $148,000 – $167,000 (flexible based on experience, location, and market conditions)
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• 🏥 Medical, dental, vision
• 💰 401(k) with profit sharing
• 🎓 Tuition reimbursement
• 🧾 Flexible spending accounts
• 🛫 Travel assistance programs
• 🛡️ Company-paid life and disability coverage
• Eligibility for performance-based bonuses and incentive programs