Municipal Capital Projects Manager

About The Opportunity

We are partnering with a growing engineering and infrastructure consulting organization seeking an experienced Municipal Capital Projects Manager to support and lead public infrastructure initiatives throughout the Southeast. This role is ideal for a senior-level civil engineering professional with strong experience managing municipal capital improvement projects, public infrastructure programs, and stakeholder coordination efforts. The selected candidate will play a critical role in overseeing public works and infrastructure projects from planning through construction while serving as a key liaison between municipalities, consultants, contractors, utilities, and community stakeholders. This opportunity offers strong visibility, long-term growth potential, and the ability to work on impactful infrastructure initiatives that directly support community development and public improvement efforts.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage municipal capital improvement and infrastructure projects through planning, design, procurement, and construction phases
• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, scopes, and deliverables to ensure successful execution
• Prepare and review project cost estimates, scopes of work, bid packages, and contractor proposals
• Support contract administration activities in coordination with procurement and legal teams
• Monitor project progress and provide status reporting to leadership and stakeholders
• Support roadway, streetscape, sidewalk/shared-use path, utility, drainage, bridge, and transportation improvement projects
• Coordinate with utility providers, municipalities, contractors, consultants, and property owners throughout project execution
• Review engineering plans and ensure compliance with applicable standards, codes, and regulations
• Assist with utility coordination, right-of-way considerations, and construction issue resolution
• Conduct field visits, inspections, and site reviews to support construction oversight and project delivery
• Serve as a key point of contact between project teams, municipalities, contractors, and public stakeholders
• Participate in public meetings, coordination sessions, and community engagement efforts
• Support public communication initiatives related to infrastructure and capital improvement projects
• Investigate and respond to public concerns, project inquiries, and service-related issues

Preferred Experience

Strong experience in one or more of the following areas is highly preferred:

• Municipal Capital Improvement Programs (CIP)
• Public Works Infrastructure
• Transportation & Roadway Projects
• Utility Coordination
• Stormwater & Drainage Infrastructure
• Construction Administration & Field Oversight
• Public Sector Infrastructure Programs
• Transportation or DOT Coordination

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 7+ years of experience managing municipal or public infrastructure projects
• Experience supporting or managing capital improvement programs and public works initiatives
• Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills
• Experience coordinating contractors, consultants, municipalities, and utility providers
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced infrastructure environment

Highly Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with DOT-funded or locally administered transportation projects
• Construction management and field coordination experience
• Familiarity with public-sector procurement and infrastructure delivery processes
• Experience working directly with municipalities or public agencies
• Local market knowledge within the Southeast region

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

• Opportunity to work on impactful public infrastructure projects
• High visibility and leadership exposure
• Collaborative and relationship-oriented culture
• Diverse project portfolio across municipal and infrastructure initiatives
• Long-term growth and advancement opportunities
• Strong emphasis on professional development and work/life balance

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment

Location: Southeast United States preferred. This role will require regular onsite coordination, field visits, and interaction with municipalities and project stakeholders.