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Stanley Consultants

Bridge Engineer

Denver, CO

$94K - $120K/yr

Perform engineering calculations for superstructure and substructure components, including girders, piers, abutments, retaining walls, and deep foundations. * Coordinate with clients and stakeholders ...

Stanley Consultants

Bridge Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$94K - $120K/yr

Perform engineering calculations for superstructure and substructure components, including girders, piers, abutments, retaining walls, and deep foundations. * Coordinate with clients and stakeholders ...

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How much do retaining wall jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for retaining wall in Colorado is $31.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $42.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a retaining wall?

Retaining walls are structures designed to hold back soil and prevent erosion or landslides on sloped areas. They are commonly used in landscaping, road construction, and to create level surfaces on uneven terrain. Retaining walls can be built from various materials, including concrete, stone, brick, or timber, and their design depends on the height and type of soil they support. Properly constructed retaining walls enhance both the stability and aesthetic appeal of outdoor spaces.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a retaining wall installer?

To thrive as a Retaining Wall Installer, you need a solid understanding of construction principles, site preparation, and the ability to read blueprints, often supported by experience or vocational training in masonry or landscaping. Familiarity with tools such as levels, compactors, and power saws, as well as knowledge of materials like concrete blocks or natural stone, is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective teamwork are important soft skills for ensuring project accuracy and safety. These skills and qualities are crucial for constructing durable, stable walls that meet client specifications and comply with safety regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by retaining wall installers on a typical project?

Retaining wall installers often encounter challenges such as dealing with unexpected soil conditions, managing drainage effectively to prevent water buildup, and working safely on slopes or uneven terrain. Coordinating with site managers, landscapers, and engineers is essential to ensure the wall meets structural requirements and aesthetic expectations. Additionally, weather changes can impact project timelines, so adaptability and strong communication skills are valuable assets for professionals in this role.

What is the difference between Retaining Wall vs Mason?

AspectRetaining WallMason
CredentialsMay require certifications in concrete or masonry workTypically requires masonry or construction certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, outdoor projects, landscapingConstruction sites, residential and commercial buildings
Industry UsageLandscape architecture, civil engineeringBuilding, remodeling, and decorative masonry
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Retaining Wall and Mason are related roles in construction and landscaping. Retaining walls are structures built to hold back soil, often requiring masonry skills. Masons are skilled tradespeople who build with bricks, stones, and concrete blocks, including constructing retaining walls. While both roles involve masonry work, retaining wall specialists focus specifically on these structures, whereas masons have broader building and decorative skills.

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Infographic showing various Retaining Wall job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $64,668 per year, or $31.1 per hour.

Project Geotechnical Engineer

Quanta Services

Lone Tree, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Quanta Services rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 52 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

43rd of 80 rated construction

Job description

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.


Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.


Title: Project Geotechnical Engineer

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group (QISG) is a rapidly growing interdisciplinary engineering company within the Quanta Services (Quanta) family of companies. Quanta Services ranks #1 on the ENR 2024 Top 600 Specialty Contractors list, designing and building some of the largest infrastructure projects in North America. QISG is seeking project level geotechnical engineering professionals interested in working to support large-scale engineering and construction projects throughout North America by providing geo-structural design solutions to our construction partners and clients.

A Project Geotechnical Engineer within QISG is involved in a variety of geo-structural engineering projects with a focus on foundation engineering and an emphasis on design-build delivery methods for large-scale energy generation and transmission-related projects. Collaborating with an in-house, multi-disciplinary engineering and construction team — including civil, structural, geotechnical, construction management, and construction experts — a Project Geotechnical Engineer plays a crucial role in providing geo-structural design solutions on projects; responsibilities include overseeing and supporting design production, contributing to the development of construction drawings and specifications, and engineering support during construction.


This role is an office-based position with a primary focus on executing pre-construction geotechnical investigations, geotechnical and structural engineering calculations and modeling, and design document development to support foundation, retaining wall, and/or general civil construction. A successful candidate is able to utilize sound engineering judgement, field data collected by themselves or others, and digital technologies to develop economical solutions to support civil construction. He/she will receive guidance and mentoring from senior level professionals, as well as provide guidance and mentoring to junior engineers. The Project Geotechnical Engineer will develop leadership skills and will take on increasing responsibilities to communicate with project management, technical, construction, and company personnel as well as company leadership and to keep the project in scope, on schedule, and within budget.


  • Execute assignments requiring application of standard and advanced engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to carry out geo-structural engineering tasks.
  • Perform engineering analyses for design of deep foundations (helical piers, drilled shafts, micropiles, driven piles, anchors, and others) and retaining structures.
  • Oversee and/or manage engineering analyses performed by other QISG staff and/or project professional for various types of civil engineering structures.
  • Perform limit equilibrium and finite element stability modeling for soil and rock slopes and retaining structures.
  • Interface closely with other project-level and senior leadership personnel within the company, including geotechnical, geological, structural, transmission line, and civil engineering, GIS, and construction management team members.
  • Participate in oversight and management of field subcontractor activities, such as geotechnical drilling and testing and/or forensics studies.
  • Develop written reports and/or provide verbal communication of information in a professional and appropriate manner under the direct supervision of a Senior Professional Engineer.
  • Perform occasional site visits to project sites located throughout North America.
  • Participation in sector focused professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events.
  • Work under supervision of Engineering Director and/or a Senior Engineer in a professional office setting.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure
  • Minimum 5 years design experience in the geotechnical, structural, transmission, or substation engineering field
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
  • Ability to work with moderate supervision and maximum efficiency in a small or medium size office setting
  • Master’s degree in the field of geotechnical engineering or engineering geology
  • Familiarity with the use of the following computer software: LPILE, GROUP, FAD, SHAFT, APILE and SLIDE, RS2, Plaxis, RISA, INVENTOR, or SPColumn

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to lift 40 lbs at times.
  • Must be able to bend, lift, climb, and walk on uneven surfaces.

Travel Requirements
Varies based on seasonal and project requirements: estimated as up to 25% of the work year.


  • Competitive Compensation
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Holiday Pay
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional Development
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Discount Program

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $117,000.00/Yr. - USD $179,500.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.

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