Municipal Project Manager

Colliers Engineering & Design•Maumee, OH

About The Position

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for building stronger communities? We’re on the hunt for a Project Manager to help lead and grow our thriving Municipal Services team in Toledo, OH. In this high-impact role, you’ll work directly with city and county leaders, oversee infrastructure and civil site projects from concept to completion, and guide multidisciplinary teams toward success. Whether it’s water systems, roadway improvements, stormwater upgrades, or planning future-ready spaces — you’ll be the force behind projects that directly shape the places we live, work, and play. Our municipal engineering team understands that quality of life for your community members is essential. Whether you’re revitalizing your downtown, replacing an aging infrastructure, reclaiming open space for community recreation, or developing Smart Growth strategies, we work hard to maintain a healthy balance between cost, land optimization and natural resource preservation. Our professionals serve our public clients by providing the right combination of responsive engineering and consulting services through our comprehensive suite of in-house disciplines. From zoning and planning decisions to navigating grant administration and regulatory compliance, we provide you with the best options and value in realizing your goals for your community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or environmental engineering is required.
8+ years of related engineering experience is required, preferably with municipal projects.
Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Ability to learn and apply technical skills and knowledge.
Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer license is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparation of effective work plans and labor budgets for approval by supervisor.
Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy client.
Oversee the work and productivity on assigned projects.
Negotiate with clients on any scope changes relative to project budgets and schedules subject to supervisor's approval.
Ensure all project work is performed and completed in accordance with QA/QC standards, systems and procedures as designated for project.
Review monthly labor and cost reports to ensure projects are being completed at the pre-established goal.
Assist with mentoring junior staff in learning sound technical and business practices and enhancing corporate objectives.
Assist with the preparation for public hearings, meetings, and any other presentations in relation to current projects.
Work efficiently with the Billing Department to authorize and transmit bills to client. Follows up with clients for timely payments.
May oversee the activities of assigned staff, including but not limited to timesheet review and approval, performance evaluation and daily supervision.
Prepare production documents and conduct kickoff/team meetings.
Manage project scope, budget, and schedule.
Interpret ordinances and regulations to determine project impact.
Attend client meetings, bid openings, and construction meetings.
Review cost estimates for alignment with client budgets and goals.

Benefits

company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
paid pregnancy disability leave
short- and long-term disability insurance
life insurance
a company-matched 401(k)/Roth
paid time off that includes parental and military leave
employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
reimbursement for education
a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
mentorship program
wellness program
Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.