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