Project Manager, Municipal

WSB and Associates; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

WSB is seeking a Project Manager for municipal projects to advance a growing portfolio of multi-discipline initiatives across the United States. The role involves planning, directing, and coordinating client meetings, hearings, and events, while managing budgets and timelines.

You will lead teams across locations, work with municipal staff to deliver CIP programs, and help grow client relationships. Strong PE registration in Minnesota is preferred, with a senior PM title possible for the right

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited school.
• 7+ years municipal experience; direct experience with a municipality is a plus.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Minnesota.

Responsibilities

• All aspects of multi-discipline projects from proposal to closeout.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate client meetings, public hearings, and public involvement events.
• Manage time frames and budgets.
• Anticipate client needs and tailor communication accordingly.
• Lead, coordinate and delegate work to multiple teams in multiple locations.
• Deliver CIP programs and projects for municipal clients, potentially on-site in staff augmentation settings.
• Formulate, track and meet budgets and schedules.
• Maintain open communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Prepare project/client correspondence and documentation.
• Participate in and lead business development activities with new and existing clients.
• Plan, lead and participate in client meetings and networking events.
• Develop new client contacts and relationships across expertise areas.
• Understand alternative funding sources for municipal projects and secure funding.

Skills

Project management

Client liaison

Team leadership

Budget management

Education

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Project Manager, Municipal

Forge ahead with WSB. We are seeking a Project Manager to add to our growing team. This is an exciting role for someone looking to grow their career with a growing company. This role would bring a wonderful opportunity to join a dynamic company working on groundbreaking projects across the US.WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and weve dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We inspire each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us. If you are a Project Manager that aligns with our values, we would love for you to continue reading and apply.

What You Will Do:

• All aspects of multi-discipline projects and clients from the proposal process to project closeout
• Plan, direct, and coordinate activities including client meetings, public hearings, and public involvement events
• Manage time frames and budgets
• Anticipate client needs, biases, and preferences and tailor communication and work output accordingly
• Lead, coordinate and delegate work to multiple work teams working in multiple locations
• Work directly with municipal client staff to deliver CIP programs and or projects, potentially on-site in a staff augmentation setting
• Formulate, track and meet program and project budgets and schedules
• Maintain open and effective communication with clients as well as internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare or coordinate preparation of project / client correspondence and documentation
• Participate in and lead business development activities to new and existing clients
• Plan, lead and participate in client meetings and networking events
• Develop new client contacts and relationships in all areas of expertise
• Understand alternative funding sources for municipal projects, and ability to secure funding
• Act as extension of client City engineering or public works staff in a managerial role and as a Client Manager
• Responsible for delivery of services across several WSB disciplines to the client

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited school
• 7+ years municipal experience; direct experience working for a municipality is a plus
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Minnesota
• Senior Project Manager title for the person with the right experience
• Experience in managing municipal CIP programs, projects, clients and staff in this market
• History in delivering projects with positive customer service experiences
• Develop an understanding of, or even anticipate the clients needs
• Work is primarily performed in an office environment with standard office equipment, occasional travel or field visits may be required to support

Who We Are:

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

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Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.