Municipal Engineer (Senior Project Manager)

Van Cleef Engineering Associates LLC•Toms River, NJ

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Van Cleef Engineering is seeking a Municipal Engineer - Senior Project Manager to join their dynamic team in Toms River, NJ. This role involves providing technical and managerial direction for municipal projects, overseeing the full scope of work, managing client relationships, and developing new business. The company emphasizes a personal and professional environment that fosters teamwork, support, professional development, and growth.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Civil Engineering
NJ PE required
10+ years of progressive experience servicing private clients and/or managing infrastructure projects or designing land development projects
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D required
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to represent the firm in all related areas
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to lead and develop team members and work effectively with external partners and stakeholders

Nice To Haves

CME, CFM, and/or PP a plus
Experience working in site development strongly preferred
Experience in public testimony before Land Use Boards a plus
GIS and Hydroflow software experience a plus

Responsibilities

Lead municipal engineering projects, including road rehabilitation, stormwater management, subdivision and land development reviews, and utility design.
Coordinate and manage capital improvement projects for public sector clients.
Coordinate activities related to technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and construction issues.
Assist in preparing effective work plan proposals, establish project budgets and construction cost estimates.
Monitor daily progress of projects through full project life-cycle to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
Review and approve project shop drawings.
Ensure preparation of and review all detailed engineering sketches, drawings, specifications, plans, reports, and technical documentation to support project deliverables, reviews, and client communication.
Work with professional engineering consultants, governmental agencies, involved communities and contractors in connection with the planning, design, and permitting of various types of infrastructure projects.
Represent the firm at municipal planning, zoning, and land-use board meetings.
Communicate project goals and updates to stakeholders, including public officials and community members.
Review and evaluate Municipal Development Applications using knowledge of the Municipal Code of various municipalities.
Attend project meetings with clients.
Prepare and present monthly status reports for review by the clients.
Mentor, support and develop junior engineers, providing technical skill development along with professional growth opportunities.
Engage in marketing related proposals and programs to maintain existing clients and to pursue and develop new clients and business opportunities.

Benefits

Medical/Rx Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan (traditional and Roth options) with company match
Paid holidays, vacation and sick days
Company-paid Life insurance
Company-paid Long-Term Disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement program (postgraduate)
Professional Licensing reimbursement
Gym membership reimbursement
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)