Municipal Project Engineer at OHM Advisors in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

About the Role


OHM Advisors is seeking an experienced Senior Municipal Engineer to join our team and play a key role in our Pittsburgh office. This position requires a combination of technical expertise, practical problem-solving, and strong leadership skills to deliver exceptional infrastructure solutions for our clients and communities throughout the Southwestern Pennsylvania region.


What You'll Contribute to OHM Advisors
As a Senior Municipal Engineer at OHM Advisors, you will lead and support a variety of municipal infrastructure projects that meet and exceed client expectations, advancing the state of municipal engineering practice. You will work independently to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams to provide exceptional services for a wide range of clients.

You will draw from your experience with municipal projects, including infrastructure design, roadway rehabilitation/reconstruction, site/civil design, and pedestrian/bicycle facilities. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of State, Local, and Federal funding programs, along with proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and the ability to guide other staff in using these tools.


Your Responsibilities

• Lead and manage municipal engineering projects of various scales and complexities, ensuring alignment with client goals and community needs
• Mentor and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes innovation and technical excellence
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and providing trusted advisory services
• Develop and maintain project scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery of high-quality infrastructure solutions
• Lead the preparation of construction documents, cost estimates, and perform thorough project QA/QC
• Stay at the forefront of municipal engineering trends, integrating the latest approaches and technologies into our practice
• Lead stakeholder meetings, public presentations, and project discussions both in-person and virtually
• Support business development efforts, including proposal writing, networking, and cultivating new opportunities in the Pittsburgh region and beyond
• Participate in professional organizations and contribute to thought leadership within the industry
• Collaborate with senior leadership to shape the strategic direction of the engineering practice and support overall firm growth

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineering (PE) License
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D
• Strong understanding of City, State, and Federal funding programs, as well as relevant design standards and specifications
• Experience with municipal infrastructure design, site/civil design, roadway projects, and pedestrian/bicycle facilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary project teams
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
• Experience mentoring entry-level engineers and interns
• Strong organizational skills, with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Willingness to travel to other offices or project sites as needed

Come to work for OHM Advisors, the community advancement firm.
With the singular mission of Advancing Communities, our diverse, 700+ member team works collaboratively across multiple service areas, including engineering, planning, architecture, and surveying, to create better places for people.

We are a team of experts with individual specialties working together, driven to make a difference through people-focused problem solving, design, and ideas. In everything we do, we put people first. We create places for communities of people that help solve problems and advance the entire community today and well into the future.


Growth at OHM Advisors
Advancement isn't just for our clients. We're committed to moving our team forward, too. At OHM Advisors, you'll enjoy challenging, meaningful work at a growing company creating innovative solutions for forward-thinking clients. But there's more than just exciting projects. You'll be empowered to create your own career path in a culture that supports your individual professional development goals and encourages your pursuits through continued opportunities for growth. Read about some of our opportunities for career growth and enrichment on our website.


Your Team
As a trusted member of OHM Advisors, you will join a growing, mission-driven team of innovative thinkers who collaborate daily, using our combined gifts and talents to continually advance the communities we serve.

OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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