Municipal Engineer - Project Manager

About the Role

Van Cleef Engineering is seeking a Municipal Engineer - Project Manager to join our dynamic team in the Pottstown, PA office. You will be responsible for collaborating with a dedicated team of engineers and multidisciplinary services to provide technical and managerial direction and oversee the full scope of our municipal projects. As a key member of our team, you will also be responsible for managing client relationships and developing new businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership:
  • Lead municipal engineering projects, including road rehabilitation, stormwater management, subdivision and land development reviews, and utility design
  • Coordinate and manage capital improvement projects for public sector clients
  • Coordinate activities related to technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and construction issues
  • Assist in preparing effective work plan proposals, establish project budgets and construction cost estimates
  • Monitor daily progress of projects through full project life-cycle to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget
  • Review and approve project shop drawings
  • Ensure preparation of and review all detailed engineering sketches, drawings, specifications, plans, reports, and technical documentation to support project deliverables, reviews, and client communication
• Client Support and Public Engagement:
  • Work with professional engineering consultants, governmental agencies, involved communities and contractors in connection with the planning, design, and permitting of various types of infrastructure projects
  • Represent the firm at municipal planning, zoning, and land-use board meetings
  • Communicate project goals and updates to stakeholders, including public officials and community members
  • Review and evaluate Municipal Development Applications using knowledge of the Municipal Code of various municipalities
  • Attend project meetings with clients
  • Prepare and present monthly status reports for review by the clients
• Leadership & Team Development:
  • Mentor, support and develop junior engineers
  • Provide technical skill development along with professional growth opportunities
• New Business Development:
  • Engage in marketing related proposals and programs to maintain existing clients and to pursue and develop new clients and business opportunities

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering, PA PE required
• CME, CFM, and/or PP a plus
• 7+ years of progressive experience servicing private clients and/or managing infrastructure projects or designing land development projects
• Experience working in site development strongly preferred
• Experience in public testimony before Land Use Boards a plus
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D required, GIS and Hydroflow software experience a plus
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to represent the firm in all related areas
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to lead and develop team members and work effectively with external partners and stakeholders

Benefits

• Medical/Rx Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan (traditional and Roth options) with company match
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick days
• Company-paid Life insurance
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement program (postgraduate)
• Professional Licensing reimbursement
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)