Municipal Department Manager

Join a dynamic and impactful leadership role in municipal engineering, where your expertise will be pivotal in shaping communities and fostering strong client partnerships. This position calls for a seasoned leader ready to take charge of a thriving practice, mentor a talented team, and advise municipalities across New Jersey.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a department, influence policy and planning decisions, and contribute significantly to the growth of an innovative engineering firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a key representative to municipal clients, attending meetings and spearheading project management initiatives.
• Evaluate land development submissions for adherence to SALDO, zoning, grading, stormwater management, and construction administration standards.
• Lead the design of infrastructure and stormwater management projects, focusing on rehabilitation and upgrades.
• Prepare and submit permit applications at local, county, and state levels.
• Oversee MS4 compliance programs, including the development of educational materials, conducting illicit discharge inspections, and managing annual reporting.
• Develop comprehensive and competitive project proposals.
• Manage construction support services, including contract administration, permitting, project coordination, and budget oversight.
• Maintain a strong grasp of project financials, ensuring alignment with utilization, profitability, and overhead targets.
• Lead and mentor the Municipal Engineering discipline within the office.
• Participate actively in civic and professional organizations to enhance the firm's visibility.
• Strengthen and expand key municipal client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Professional Engineer (NJ) certification required; CME is preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive municipal engineering experience.
• Extensive knowledge of municipal, county, and state agencies, their processes, and stakeholders.
• Proven track record in client engagement, relationship-building, and securing new projects.
• Exceptional communication, business development, project management, and client relation skills.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, with a clear understanding of contractual and regulatory requirements.

Why This Role Matters

Your leadership will significantly impact community infrastructure, client relations, and the firm's regional influence. You will have the authority to shape strategy, drive business development, and build a team that embodies excellence in municipal engineering.