Municipal Client Manager

RETTEW • Manor Township, PA

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

RETTEW is seeking an experienced Municipal Project Manager to lead municipal engineering projects while serving as a trusted representative for municipal clients. This role focuses on managing infrastructure projects, reviewing third-party engineering plans, and helping municipalities make informed decisions that support responsible growth and community development.

About RETTEW

RETTEW is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm that has been helping clients solve complex challenges since 1969. Our teams collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative, practical solutions that strengthen infrastructure and support the communities we serve. Built on a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we empower our employee-owners to grow their careers while delivering meaningful results for our clients.

This role matters because municipalities rely on trusted technical advisors to help guide development decisions, maintain infrastructure integrity, and protect long-term community interests.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant AEC industry experience, including internships.
• Minimum of 4 years of project management experience within the AEC industry.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with municipalities or public-sector clients.
• Experience reviewing engineering plans, development submissions, or municipal infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of municipal ordinances, permitting processes, and land development practices.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with municipal officials and public stakeholders.
• Proficiency with project management tools, engineering documentation, and technical reporting.
• Experience serving as a municipal engineer or municipal representative.
• Experience presenting at public meetings or working directly with planning commissions or zoning boards.
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania municipal processes and regulatory frameworks.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary engineering representative for assigned municipalities, building trusted relationships with municipal officials, staff, and stakeholders.
• Review engineering plans and development submissions prepared by external firms to ensure compliance with municipal standards, ordinances, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical recommendations to municipal leadership regarding proposed improvements, infrastructure planning, and development activities.
• Manage municipal engineering and infrastructure projects from planning through completion, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
• Attend and present at municipal meetings, planning commissions, zoning hearings, and public forums as required.
• Coordinate with developers, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal project teams to support project delivery and municipal objectives.
• Prepare technical reports, review letters, and engineering documentation related to development submissions, municipal infrastructure, and capital improvement initiatives.
• Identify project risks and support resolution strategies that align with municipal goals and regulatory requirements.
• Support long-term municipal planning efforts, including infrastructure improvements, capital planning, utilities, and community development initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range commensurate with experience.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development, tuition assistance, and support for licensure.
• A collaborative, employee-owned culture that values relationships, ownership, and continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees