Sr. Civil Engineer- Municipal Team Lead

ZipRecruiter; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Team Leader in their Municipal Group in Syracuse, NY. The successful candidate will manage teams, oversee projects, and facilitate client interactions for public sector clients. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering and PE registration in NY, along with significant experience in consulting for municipal projects.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Short & Long Term Disability

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Leadership Development Program

Fitness & Tuition Reimbursements

Referral Bonus

Wellness & Community Service Events

Qualifications

• 15-20 years of practical experience in a professional consulting environment.
• Experience in civil/environmental engineering focusing on municipal/public works.
• Willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead project development and manage teams for public sector clients.
• Oversee project design, construction, and client interactions.
• Develop proposals and participate in public engagements.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Financial management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering

Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in NY

Job description

Job Description

LaBella has an immediate opening for a Team Leader in our Municipal Group. Reporting to the Discipline Leader, this position is responsible for leading a team of project managers, design professionals, and technical support staff working with public sector (Municipal and State agency) clients and projects throughout the NY. The position is in our Syracuse, NY office.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Project development, client interaction, project management, and technical design primarily for public sector clients (municipal, county, state, and non-profit).
2. Developing professional services proposals, managing projects and clients, developing technical approaches, and participating in public presentations and engagement processes.
3. Overseeing project design and construction, interfacing with clients, and managing project teams, including training and mentoring less experienced staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering.
• 15-20 years of practical experience in a professional consulting environment.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in NY is required.
• Experience in civil/environmental engineering, focusing on municipal/public works engineering and water resources infrastructure.
• Effective communication skills (oral, graphic, written).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and work remotely as needed.
• Strong project management and financial management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:

• Experience with public sector funding sources (e.g., NYSEFC, NYSDEC, WIIA); grant writing/administration experience is a plus but not required as training will be provided.

Salary Range: ($115,000 - $145,000). The specific salary offered will depend on relevant experience, education, and location.

Benefits

Our benefits support holistic health and wellness, including healthcare, retirement, insurance, employee assistance programs, fitness reimbursements, incentive pay, tuition assistance, and more. For details, visit our website.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness & Tuition Reimbursements
• Referral Bonus
• Wellness & Community Service Events

This job description is not exhaustive and duties may change. LaBella values diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination based on protected characteristics.

LaBella does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting agencies without a current agreement and will not be responsible for fees related to such submissions.