Municipal Engineer Practice Lead

Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of municipal engineering projects for municipalities, counties, and public authorities. Serve as a trusted advisor to municipal clients and act as Municipal Engineer and/or Board Engineer when required. Oversee subdivision, site plan, and land development application reviews for Planning and Zoning Boards. Manage capital improvement projects from planning and design through construction. Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and staffing plans. Monitor project financial performance and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Build and maintain long-term relationships with municipal clients and public officials. Prepare proposals, fee estimates, and project budgets. Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Provide technical leadership in: Roadway Design Stormwater Management Drainage Hydrology & Hydraulics (H&H) Grading Water & Wastewater Utilities Site Development Infrastructure Improvements Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards and regulatory requirements. Mentor junior engineers and project managers while fostering a collaborative team environment. Support business development efforts and help grow the Municipal Engineering practice throughout New Jersey. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey 12+ years of progressive municipal and civil engineering experience Strong project management and client relationship management experience Proven experience leading municipal engineering projects Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously Preferred Qualifications Certified Municipal Engineer (CME) Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams Strong understanding of permitting, regulatory compliance, and municipal processes Experience preparing contracts, proposals, and fee estimates Strong budgeting, scheduling, and resource management skills Why Consider This Opportunity? Leadership role with significant influence on the growth of the municipal practice Opportunity to work with long-standing municipal clients throughout New Jersey Competitive compensation package ($140,000–$200,000) Collaborative and employee-focused culture Long-term career growth with a respected engineering consulting firm If you're an experienced Municipal Engineer looking to lead a growing practice while building lasting client relationships and mentoring future engineering leaders, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Cavora Talent Group for a confidential conversation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cavora Talent Group