Municipal Project Manager

About the role

The Municipal Project Manager oversees assigned projects, develops scopes, schedules, fees, and project work plans, and monitors projects using financial systems. They participate in proposal preparation, coordinate with leadership, and provide guidance to the project team.

Responsibilities

• Oversees assigned projects to ensure they meet scope, schedule, and budget
• Develops the scope of work, schedule, and fee for each project in coordination with Production Leaders
• Distributes a Project Work Plan to the project team
• Understands client expectations and objectives for the project
• Prepares qualification/proposal submittals and presentations to clients
• Maintains oversight of assigned projects using financial project management system
• Sets up funding with State and Federal agencies, if required
• Applies engineering expertise to assist design teams in developing solutions
• Answers questions and provides daily guidance to the project team
• Monitors and ensures prompt delivery and payment of client invoices
• Coordinates with leadership to review project profitability, billings, collections, and project-specific client/quality issues
• Serves as a trusted advisor to clients
• Collaborates with Business Development to obtain new clients and work
• Travels for project coordination, as required

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the state where the office is located or ability to obtain registration within six months
• 5+ years of experience in the civil engineering field
• Understanding of engineering contracts
• Ability to prepare engineering records and write concise technical reports
• Ability to supervise and lead project teams to successfully execute engineering projects
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines
• Understanding of other engineering disciplines' principles
• Excellent communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and insurability

Qualifications

• Experience in project management
• Technical writing and report preparation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of relevant engineering codes and regulations

Benefits

At Moore Engineering, Inc., employees benefit from a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, tuition assistance, professional certification reimbursement, and talent development programs. Additionally, there are wellness programs, flexible spending benefits, dependent care accounts, and an employee assistance program. For Minnesota residents, the pay range for this position is $87,200-$120,000 (with flexibility DOQ).