Municipal Project Manager

Spalding DeDecker; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A civil engineering firm located in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a Municipal Project Manager to lead transportation projects. The successful candidate will oversee project delivery and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams. Applicants must have a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, a professional engineering license, and at least 8 years of related experience. The role offers a hybrid working model and includes benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related experience required.
• Experience in engineering and design with water and sewer systems.
• Background in construction administration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee municipal and LAP transportation projects.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely project delivery.
• Lead the development of new capital improvement projects.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Collaboration

Technical expertise

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional engineering license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

SIGNING BONUS AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE

You will work from our Grand Rapids, MI, Novi, MI, or Rochester Hills, MI office. If you live more than 120 miles from this office, we offer relocation assistance.

Spalding DeDecker is seeking a Municipal Project Manager to join our team and lead municipal and LAP transportation projects. In this position, the Municipal Project Manager will oversee project delivery, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and in compliance with applicable standards. This position reports directly to the Director of Construction or Project Management. Candidates should be experienced professionals with a strong background in municipal and LAP transportation project management. The ideal candidate demonstrates technical expertise, leadership, and integrity, with a proven ability to manage complex projects while fostering collaboration and delivering high-quality results. Successful candidates will thrive in a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and advancement based on performance.

Spalding DeDecker is an employee-owned surveying, planning, and civil engineering firm of 170+ employees. Since 1954,we’vethrived because of our dedicated employees and the exceptional service we deliver to our clients. We hire skilled, professional, and innovative individuals who will addexpertiseand integrity to our team, and we provide an exemplary place to work. We are a dynamic organization that believes in rewarding strong performance; each member of our team can grow as far as each of their abilities will take them!

Typical Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with established clients
• Develop project criteria, schedules, and budgets
• Lead multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians
• Manage projects from preliminary studies and engineering through final design and construction documents for bidding
• Lead the development and design of new capital improvement projects from beginning to end
• Maintain existing client relationships
• Assist in the development new clients and opportunities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional engineering license
• 8+ years of related experience
• Engineering and design experience with water systems, sewer systems, storm water systems, roads, and site plan review
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience
• Design experience with various Michigan agencies, including MDOT local agency system
• Computer skills including internet, e-mail, Excel, Word
• Experience/background with construction administration/engineering is a plus

Work Environment / Physical Demands

Individuals must be willing to:

• Work in an office environment
• Attend client meetings and travel by car and/or plane if the project requires it
• Participate in industry events such as conferences, relevant presentations
• Perform project site visits

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Additional Information

Job Type: Full-time, hybrid with three days per week required in the office after completion of probation period.

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types: Bonus pay

Language: English (Required)

Work Location: Grand Rapids, MI, Novi, MI, or Rochester Hills, MI office

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance