Municipal Civil Engineer

Kapur and Associates•Fox Point, WI

About The Position

Kapur & Associates is seeking an experienced Municipal Civil Engineer to join its growing team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The role involves working directly with municipal clients to address infrastructure challenges and managing projects from initial planning through design and construction. The engineer will plan, design, permit, and deliver public infrastructure projects such as roadway improvements, stormwater systems, sanitary sewer, water distribution, site improvements, and other municipal infrastructure. The position also includes construction administration, construction oversight, inspection, and materials testing. The engineer will collaborate with municipal staff, regulatory agencies, contractors, community stakeholders, and internal multidisciplinary teams, serving as a technical resource and primary client contact. Responsibilities include project and client management, preparing engineering documents, coordinating approvals, mentoring team members, and contributing to municipal practice growth and business development.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, an associate degree, or a related engineering discipline.
At least 2 years of progressive civil engineering experience, preferably involving municipal or public infrastructure projects.
Experience with the design and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects.
Strong understanding of civil engineering principles related to roadway, utility, stormwater, sanitary sewer, and/or water infrastructure.
Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, budgets, and priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, public officials, contractors, regulatory agencies, and technical professionals.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites and client meetings as needed.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain licensure within an agreed-upon timeframe.
Experience working in a consulting engineering environment.
Experience serving as a municipal engineer or working directly with cities, villages, towns, counties, or other public-sector clients.
Experience with project proposals, fee development, client management, and business development.
Experience mentoring or leading junior engineers and technical staff.
Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and other applicable civil engineering or design software.
Knowledge of public bidding, construction administration, and municipal project delivery processes.

Responsibilities

Plan, design, and manage municipal infrastructure projects, including roadways, stormwater and drainage systems, sanitary sewers, water distribution, utility improvements, sidewalks, trails, and other public infrastructure.
Manage projects from concept and feasibility through design, bidding, construction, and closeout.
Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, technical reports, cost estimates, studies, and construction documents.
Serve as a primary contact for municipal clients and develop long-term client relationships.
Participate in meetings with municipal staff, boards, committees, councils, regulatory agencies, residents, and other stakeholders.
Coordinate project permitting and approvals with local, state, and federal agencies, as applicable.
Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and proposals, and monitor project delivery.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers, designers, technicians, and other project team members.
Coordinate with survey, environmental, construction services, transportation, and other engineering disciplines.
Assist clients with capital improvement planning, infrastructure assessments, and long-range municipal planning.
Support bidding and construction administration, including responding to contractor questions, reviewing submittals, evaluating change orders, and resolving construction-related issues.
Perform construction inspection, oversight, and project management activities.
Perform materials testing, maintain comprehensive documentation, and take field measurements to monitor progress and quality.
Complete construction closeout documentation.
Maintain familiarity with applicable engineering standards, municipal ordinances, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
Identify opportunities to expand services with existing clients and assist with business development for new municipal clients.