Engineering Project Manager - Business Development Lead

MRB Group; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) with 20% employer match

Licensure support

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work model

Job summary

MRB Group, a multidisciplinary firm in Texas, seeks a licensed water/wastewater engineer to drive business development across target markets and strengthen client relationships. The role involves mentoring engineers, supporting staff development, and lending design and project management expertise to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate will lead outreach, pursue new opportunities, and collaborate across offices to grow the firm’s presence in public and private sectors, while

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field with a Professional Engineer license.
• 10+ years of water/wastewater engineering experience including client development.
• Strong understanding of design and construction processes.
• Proven mentoring and staff development track record.
• Experience with Texas municipal governments and grant funding processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development initiatives across target markets, including outreach, networking, and strategic partnership cultivation.
• Identify, qualify, and pursue new project opportunities aligned with the firm’s goals.
• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and client meetings.
• Collaborate with leadership to shape market strategy and growth plans.
• Support proposal development, interviews, and presentations with compelling storytelling and design insight.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients to encourage repeat business.
• Track market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities.
• Work closely with design teams to ensure client needs and project goals are clearly communicated.
• Provide mentorship and staff development to the Texas Engineering Team.
• Assist Texas Engineering Team members with design solutions and quality assurance on client projects.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship building

Communication

Leadership/mentorship

Strategic outreach

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer license (PE)

Job description

About Us

At MRB Group, we are a multidisciplinary firm known for delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service across a wide range of public and private sector projects. We specialize in engineering, architecture, and planning services, creating sustainable and transformative spaces that positively impact the communities we serve. We are currently seeking a talented and dynamic water/wastewater engineer to join our team and drive business development efforts.

Description

At MRB Group, we are a multidisciplinary firm known for delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service across a wide range of public and private sector projects. We specialize in engineering, architecture, and planning services, creating sustainable and transformative spaces that positively impact the communities we serve. We are currently seeking a talented and dynamic water/wastewater engineer to join our team and drive business development efforts.

Position Overview

This role is ideal for a licensed professional engineer who is energized by relationship-building, strategic outreach, and identifying new opportunities. While you’ll understand the design process deeply, your primary purpose is to drive business development, strengthen client relationships, and position the firm for long-term success. Additionally, you’ll provide mentorship and support staff development of our growing team of engineers and design professionals; lending design and project management expertise to bolster project quality and facilitate a culture of innovation and excellence in design.

The ideal candidate will be a team-oriented, collaborative professional, with strong interpersonal engagement and communications skills. The selected incumbent will work with teams across multiple offices and design disciplines; which requires a strong commitment to inclusion and clear communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead business development initiatives across target markets, including outreach, networking, and strategic partnership cultivation
• Identify, qualify, and pursue new project opportunities aligned with the firm’s goals
• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and client meetings
• Collaborate with leadership to shape market strategy and growth plans
• Support proposal development, interviews, and presentations with compelling storytelling and design insight
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients to encourage repeat business
• Track market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities
• Work closely with design teams to ensure client needs and project goals are clearly communicated
• Provide mentorship and staff development to the Texas Engineering Team
• Assist Texas Engineering Team members with design solutions and quality assurance on client projects

Position Requirements

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, with a Professional Engineer license
• 10+ years of experience in water and/or wastewater engineering, with experience in developing client relationships
• Strong understanding of the design and construction process
• Strong project management skills – particularly with larger initiatives including system consolidation and comprehensive long-term infrastructure solutions
• Experience in working with Texas municipal governments, and a clear understanding of the grant funding process for infrastructure
• Demonstrated track record in mentoring and developing staff and teams
• Exceptional communication, networking, and presentation skills
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, self-directed approach
• Comfort engaging with executives, developers, institutional clients, and community stakeholders

Someone Who

What We’re Looking For

• Loves connecting with people and opening new doors
• Understands how design value translates into business value
• Can speak fluently about engineering while thinking strategically about markets
• Brings energy, curiosity, and confidence to every interaction
• Thrives in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to shape the firm’s growth trajectory
• Collaborative culture with room for creativity and leadership
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• A chance to represent a design practice that values innovation, integrity, and impact

What’s in it for YOU?

At MRB Group, we value our employees and are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support not just you, but your family as well.

Our Offerings For Full-time Employees Include

• Competitive Base Salary
• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage. We offer generous employer-paid contributions for medical insurance:
• 100% premium coverage for our High-Deductible Health Plan, plus employer contributions to a Health Savings Account (HSA), which you may also contribute to with pre-tax dollars.
• 75% premium coverage for our Hybrid Health Plan.
• All plans include prescription and vision coverage and offer both individual and family options.
• Coverage begins on your first day of employment.
• Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance (Optional additional life insurance coverage is also available)
• Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Includes a generous 20% employer match to help you plan for your future.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays - Includes one floating holiday per year, to be used at your discretion.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Available for dependent care and healthcare expenses, offering tax savings.
• Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Stock Ownership Opportunities - Available for eligible employees.
• Licensure Support
• Professional Development and Tuition Reimbursement
• Mentorship Program - Designed to support the growth of junior staff.
• Flex Time and Remote Work Options - We promote work-life balance with flexible scheduling and a hybrid work model that blends in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.
• Team Building and Company Events

About the Organization MRB Group provides engineering, architecture, site evaluations, site development, strategic and master planning, economic development and grant writing services. Since 1927, we have provided professional services that help strengthen local governments and improve infrastructure. We design award-winning projects, and our focus is always on our clients. We are an energetic and fast-paced, collaborative organization that is growing with multiple offices located in New York, South Carolina and Texas. MRB Group is not able to provide employment visa sponsorship

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.