Municipal Team Lead
We are currently partnered with a multidisciplinary civil engineering national leader that ranks in the top #100 firms according to ENR.
This opportunity is with a well-established consulting engineering firm seeking a senior municipal engineering professional to help lead and grow its local practice. The role offers the chance to oversee high-profile municipal infrastructure projects, mentor staff, drive business development efforts, and play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the office. The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of municipal engineering experience, strong project management capabilities, and a proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute strategic growth initiatives for the municipal practice.
- Lead proposal development efforts, providing technical leadership and contributing to winning pursuits.
- Manage the design and delivery of municipal, site development, and transportation-related projects.
- Mentor, develop, and support engineering and technical staff.
- Oversee project teams, ensuring quality deliverables and efficient resource allocation.
- Develop project work plans, schedules, budgets, and staffing plans.
- Monitor project performance and ensure successful delivery on schedule and within budget.
- Maintain high standards for technical quality, design practices, and project documentation.
- Track and manage business metrics such as utilization, backlog, work-in-progress, and accounts receivable.
- Coordinate activities with municipalities, regulatory agencies, utilities, and other stakeholders.
- Build and strengthen relationships with existing clients, prospective clients, and strategic partners.
- Stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance service offerings and project delivery.
Desired Experience
- Proven success managing municipal engineering projects and client relationships.
- Experience leading teams and coordinating multidisciplinary project efforts.
- Strong business development and project management background.
- Experience supporting pursuit strategies, proposals, and marketing initiatives.
- Ability to coach, mentor, and motivate technical staff.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with roadway design, municipal infrastructure design, and stormwater systems.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity.
- 10+ years of progressive experience
What Makes This Opportunity Appealing
- Leadership role with significant influence over practice growth and operations.
- Opportunity to manage diverse municipal infrastructure and public works projects.
- Strong emphasis on client relationships, team development, and strategic planning.
- Clear pathway to increased operational and business leadership responsibilities.
If you or someone you know would be interested please apply directly to find out more
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