Municipal Project Manager
Municipal Project Manager | Seattle, WA
About the Opportunity
In this role, you'll manage client relationships, guide project teams, and oversee critical projects that improve quality of life through reliable, sustainable water infrastructure.
Why This Role Matters
This is more than just project management-it's about shaping communities. You'll work with a collaborative team of engineers, planners, and environmental specialists to design and deliver solutions for municipalities and public agencies. From transportation networks to water systems to community facilities, your work will help build the infrastructure of tomorrow.
What You'll Do
- Lead projects from proposal through completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
- Establish project objectives with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Negotiate and manage contracts, budgets, schedules, and financial performance.
- Build and strengthen relationships with municipal and public agency clients through proactive communication and trusted service.
- Mentor and support project teams, fostering professional growth and technical excellence.
- Participate in business development efforts including proposals, presentations, and client outreach.
- Stay current with industry regulations, funding mechanisms, and best practices in public works and infrastructure design.
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Land Planning, Surveying, or a related field.
- Professional Engineering license required (PE)
- 6+ years of experience delivering public works, municipal, or infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of local government processes, permitting, and construction markets.
- Experience with stormwater, water and wastewater, or related public infrastructure projects.
- Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to coordinate diverse stakeholders.
Compensation: $110,000 - $185,000
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