Senior Stormwater Management Specialist, Denver

Wright Water Engineers (WWE) is seeking a Senior Stormwater Management Specialist with 5 or more years of experience in stormwater management and permitting for construction activities and/or Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4s) and a desire to take on more responsibilities for project management, client interactions, and business development. The successful candidate will use their problem-solving skills, big-picture critical thinking, passion for learning, and strong work ethic to thrive both independently and within project teams. Effective written and verbal communication skills and professional integrity are essential for contributing to a cohesive company culture and building trusting relationships with clients, public agencies, and other employees.

This position will primarily support project delivery for WWE’s stormwater management services, with opportunities to expand into wetland delineation and regulatory compliance services, if desired. The qualified candidate will work full-time out of WWE’s Denver office. Success in this role will require a high degree of professionalism, time management, clear communication, analytical thinking, accountability, and decision quality. Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or GIS is desirable.

Representative Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and manage construction stormwater permitting under the Colorado Discharge Permit System (CDPS).
• Assess proposed projects for potential impacts and determine whether floodplain, wetland, construction stormwater, and/or groundwater dewatering discharge permits may apply.
• Collaborate with WWE subject-area experts on permitting requirements, and coordinate and assist with preparation of permit applications and supporting documentation.
• Develop Stormwater Management Plans (SWMPs) to effectively address pollution in stormwater runoff and manage the municipal review and resubmittal process for these SWMPs.
• Oversee inspections of construction sites and post-construction stormwater control measures to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and project requirements. Provide guidance to WWE’s stormwater inspectors and conduct inspections when conditions warrant.
• Support or lead MS4-related permitting and compliance tasks.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies regarding stormwater requirements and compliance strategies.
• Serve as staff expert on stormwater regulations and permitting in Colorado and other states where WWE conducts work.
• Provide technical oversight, direction, and quality control for junior engineers and scientists supporting permitting and compliance tasks.
• Review inspection reports, corrective actions, and compliance documentation.
• Assist with permit modifications, enforcement response support, and compliance audits.
• Contribute to proposals, scopes of work, and client communication related to stormwater compliance services.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or environmental science.
• 5 or more years of experience developing, implementing, and/or inspecting SWMPs.
• A high degree of professionalism, time management, analytical thinking, accountability, and decision quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MS4 permits and post-construction stormwater requirements.
• Professional certification (CPESC, CISEC, or similar) or progress toward certification.
• Experience responding to regulatory inquiries or enforcement actions.
• interest in expanding skills to include wetland and non-wetland water delineations and permitting under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act.

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time position in Denver office with a salary range of $75,000–$95,000 (commensurate with experience, education, and skills) plus a discretionary quarterly bonus program.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance plans, voluntary dental and vision plans, and a retirement plan.
• Additional perks, such as flexible spending and dependent care accounts, health reimbursement arrangement, profit-sharing, and a discretionary bonus program.
• Career development opportunities in a dynamic and challenging work environment with leaders in the water resources industry.

About Us

WWE is an employee-owned consulting engineering firm specializing in water resources, environmental, and civil engineering. With offices in Denver, Glenwood Springs, and Durango, Colorado, WWE has provided comprehensive engineering services since 1961. Our interdisciplinary team includes engineers, biologists, chemists, geologists, hydrogeologists, hydrologists, and scientists, working on diverse and challenging projects across the United States. WWE is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and environmental stewardship.

WWE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and is a drug-free workplace. We encourage qualified female, minority, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please send a cover letter, resume, and references to Beth Knudsen, Chief Administrative Officer/Controller, at with [Sr Stormwater Management Specialist] in the subject line.