Municipal Project Engineer

Job description:

Are you a seasoned Civil Engineer ready to take on a dynamic, community-impacting role? Join a leading engineering consultancy (company confidential) and become a trusted partner to municipalities across Pennsylvania. This is your opportunity to step into a highly visible, client-facing role where your expertise will help shape public infrastructure, guide community development, and support long-term municipal success.

Why This Role Is Exciting

You wont just designyoull influence. As a Municipal Project Engineer, you will serve as a dedicated representative to township and borough clients, ensuring the communities you support grow responsibly, sustainably, and in full compliance with regulations. From reviewing land development plans to leading stormwater design and managing public works initiatives, your work will directly contribute to safer, smarter, more resilient communities.

Key Responsibilities

Municipal Engagement & Representation

• Serve as Township or Borough Engineer, providing direct client support
• Attend municipal meetings and present technical findings with clarity and confidence
• Build, maintain, and strengthen long-term municipal relationships

Project Management & Plan Review

• Lead review of development plans for compliance with local ordinances related to:
• Subdivision & Land Development
  • Zoning
  • Grading
  • Stormwater
• Manage escrow accounts, oversee construction administration, and coordinate with stakeholders

Engineering Design & Technical Work

• Design stormwater systems and detention basins
• Oversee infrastructure rehabilitation projects
• Prepare permitting packages for state and local agencies
• Produce detailed technical reports, feasibility studies, and engineering assessments

Construction & Administrative Support

• Provide contract administration, permitting oversight, budget tracking, and project coordination
• Support contractors, clients, and internal teams throughout construction phases

Client & Business Development

• Actively contribute to municipal account management
• Identify opportunities to expand services and drive growth in municipal and utility engineering
• Support strategic initiatives to enhance regional presence

Qualifications:

Requirements

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• 710 years of relevant engineering experience
• Background in:
  • Municipal Engineering
  • Municipal Client Representation
  • Subdivision & Land Development Plan Review
  • Stormwater / Drainage Plan Review
  • MS-4 Programs (including PRPs)
  • Public Works Design
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience preferred
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Pennsylvania (required)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

What Youll Gain

• High-impact role with direct influence on community development
• Strong professional visibility through municipal representation
• Opportunity to lead, innovate, and drive positive change
• Supportive, collaborative engineering environment

If you're ready to play a key role in advancing public infrastructure and strengthening communities across Pennsylvania, this position offers the perfect platform for your next career move.

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