Project Manager - Municipal Services

French & Parrello•Wall Township, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is hiring an experienced Project Manager for its Municipal Services Department at the headquarters in Wall Township, New Jersey. The role leads municipal infrastructure and capital improvement projects from initial planning through design and construction, managing scope, schedule, budget, technical quality, and overall delivery. The Project Manager serves as the primary contact for municipal clients and coordinates multidisciplinary teams, regulators, utility providers, and other stakeholders. Projects include roadway improvements, drainage systems, water distribution, sanitary sewer systems, and capital improvement programs. The role also oversees engineering documents and design work, construction administration, client and public meetings, and technical issue resolution. The successful candidate will mentor engineering staff and support business development and proposal preparation. FPA is an employee-owned, mid-sized engineering and consulting firm. It describes a collaborative work environment with mentorship, professional development, opportunities for advancement, and involvement across the project lifecycle. The position is based at FPA’s Wall Township headquarters, with travel to project sites as needed. U.S. employment authorization sponsorship and relocation assistance are not available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
At least 10 years of experience in municipal engineering or public infrastructure design and delivery.
Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of New Jersey.
Proven experience managing municipal infrastructure projects from concept through construction.
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong knowledge of municipal design standards, permitting processes, and regulatory requirements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to clients and public agencies.
Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and budgets simultaneously.
Leadership skills and experience mentoring engineering staff.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, design, and execution of municipal infrastructure projects, including roadway improvements, drainage systems, water distribution, sanitary sewer systems, and capital improvement programs.
Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and overall delivery.
Prepare, review, and oversee engineering calculations, technical specifications, reports, and construction documents in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Oversee development of plans, profiles, and construction details using design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, designers, and subconsultants.
Serve as the primary point of contact for municipal clients, regulatory agencies, and utility providers.
Lead client meetings, public presentations, and stakeholder coordination meetings.
Oversee review of shop drawings, RFIs, and contractor submittals during construction administration.
Provide senior-level construction support, including field visits and resolution of technical issues.
Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and cost estimates.
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and agency requirements.
Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineering staff.
Support business development efforts and contribute to proposal preparation as needed.