Municipal Department Manager
Position Overview: The Municipal Department Manager will oversee the planning, design, and execution of municipal infrastructure projects. This leader will play a key role in business development, project delivery, client management, and team leadership, contributing to the firm's continued success and growth in the region.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership & Strategy: Develop and execute strategies to expand the municipal engineering practice in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, and surrounding regions.
- Project Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of municipal projects, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and quality excellence.
- Client Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with public and private sector clients, including MDOT, municipalities, and other agencies.
- Business Development: Identify and pursue new project opportunities, lead proposal development, and participate in interviews to win work.
- Technical Expertise: Provide oversight and guidance on complex municipal engineering projects, ensuring innovative and cost-effective solutions.
- Team Development: Mentor and grow a team of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, professional development, and technical excellence.
- Financial Management: Manage project budgets, forecast revenue, and contribute to the division's profitability goals.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Master's degree preferred).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Michigan (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
- 12+ years of experience in municipal engineering, including project management and leadership roles.
- Proven experience working with MDOT and other local agencies.
- Strong technical expertise in municipal planning, design, and project delivery.
- Demonstrated success in business development, client management, and growing a practice area.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
Why Join This Firm?
- Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values innovation and impact.
- Exciting, high-profile projects that shape the future of municipal infrastructure.
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