Project Manager 2 - Municipal Engineering

RETTEW is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager 2 to join our Municipal Team as a municipal client representative. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, proven project management experience, and a passion for delivering high-quality engineering solutions. This role requires excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, as well as proficiency with project management software and tools.

Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage municipal engineering projects from inception to completion.

- Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets.

- Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and team members to ensure project objectives are met.

- Monitor project progress and make adjustments as necessary to ensure successful project delivery.

- Prepare and present project reports and updates to clients and management.

- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.

- Collaborate with municipal personnel, elected and appointed officials, community leaders, and residents to assess problems from multiple angles and develop solutions.

- Engage in lifelong learning to maintain knowledge on contemporary issues and advancements in the field.

- Act as an extension of municipal staff, providing support during hiring gaps and training new hires.

- Develop plans for ordinances, zoning, utilities, roadways, parks, and other municipal infrastructure.

- Study regional and local demographics, growth statistics, population density, transportation modes, and environmental conditions to inform planning decisions.

- Attend night meetings as required.

Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field from an accredited program required.

- Certification or ability to obtain preferred.

- Minimum of eight years’ relevant experience, including internships.

- Minimum of four years of experience as a project manager.

- Strong computer skills and proficiency with project management software and tools.

- Excellent communication, organizational, presentation, and problem-solving skills.

- Experience in municipal planning, including comprehensive planning, ordinance preparation, and zoning approvals.

- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

- Excels in a fast-paced environment.

RETTEW is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. 

Join us and be part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to making a positive impact on the communities we serve. For more about us, visit our website at www.rettew.com or visit our pages on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, or Indeed. #LI-Hybrid

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