Group Manager, Municipal Engineering

CP Engineers, Architecture & Environmental Services•Parsippany, NJ

14d•$140,000 - $190,000•Hybrid

About The Position

With forty years of experience, CP Engineers delivers innovative solutions in site/civil, water/wastewater, municipal, MEP, and environmental engineering. Our project portfolio spans private, municipal, county, and regional clients, many of whom have partnered with us for decades. Remote work flexibility, competitive compensation and benefits, and a supportive culture have helped CP earn back-to-back Best Places to Work in NJ awards and driven strong employee retention. Position Overview Due to expansion, we are seeking a Group Manager for our Municipal team to lead and oversee the planning, design, and execution of municipal infrastructure projects. This leadership role requires deep technical expertise, strong project management skills, and a commitment to ensuring all projects meet the latest industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required; Master’s or business credential preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred.
Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in Civil and/or Municipal engineering, with substantial leadership and management responsibilities.
Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing teams, driving business unit success, and consistently surpassing financial and strategic goals within dynamic, growth-oriented environments.
Proven track record of managing medium-to-large complex projects.
Strong business and financial acumen
Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset
Advanced leadership, talent development, and organizational change skills
Highly effective communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities
Expertise with project management and business software (e.g., Ajera, CRM systems)

Responsibilities

Define and execute annual and long-term business plans for the Municipal Engineering Group, fully aligned with CP Engineers’ company-wide vision.
Establish, monitor, and exceed group-level KPIs covering revenue growth, financial utilization, labor multiplier, and client retention.
Run the group as a business, including forecasting, resource planning, and identifying new opportunities for growth.
Lead efforts to hire, onboard, and develop high-performers (including Project Managers, Market Managers, and key engineers).
Own the group’s financial health: oversee revenue, profitability, budget stewardship, and capital planning.
Optimize use of project management and financial tools (e.g., Ajera) to actively monitor and improve key metrics.
Ensure streamlined billing cycles, efficient management of work-in-progress (WIP), and strong receivables performance.
Help set and guide pricing, proposal, and contract strategies.
Promote and lead major organizational changes that strengthen how the Municipal Engineering Group functions.
Champion continuous improvement, adoption of new technologies, and consistent implementation of best practices.
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance environment—ensuring team engagement and alignment with organizational goals.
Build durable client relationships focused on satisfaction, sustainability, and repeat engagements.
Represent CP Engineers at high-level meetings, public forums, and industry events, further strengthening the firm’s market position.
Oversee client transitions, relationship continuity, and quality project delivery.
Direct and refine group marketing and pursuit efforts, making full use of CRM and analytics for smarter business development.
Recruit, coach, and mentor a civil engineering team to assure both professional growth and delivery excellence.
Conduct regular staff reviews and collaborate on individualized development plans that support company objectives.
Drive accountability for individual and group KPIs and ensure compliance with all personnel policies and procedures.
Project Oversight: Lead the planning, design, and execution of municipal projects—including roads, stormwater management, and public infrastructure—ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all projects adhere to local, state, and federal regulations, including permitting and municipal stormwater management rules.
Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering staff, promoting the application of best practices and compliance with industry standards.
Client Representation: Serve as the primary point of contact for municipal clients, representing municipalities as a municipal or board engineer at public meetings and providing expert advice on engineering and compliance matters
Provide senior oversight across all group projects, ensuring delivery meets standards for quality, budget, and timeliness.
Standardize project management practices in alignment with established company controls and policies.
Implement robust QA/QC procedures and actively support risk management and continuous learning within the team.