Business Unit Leader – Municipal Engineering
Your recruiting firm
- Began as a boutique recruiter serving the AEC sector, founded by industry insiders with backgrounds in finance and engineering.
- Expanded coast to coast with offices in major U.S. cities, building expertise in niche recruiting for engineering and construction disciplines.
- Financially bootstrapped and client-referral driven, growing through repeat engagements and a reputation for precision hiring.
- Typically handles retained and contingency executive searches for roles such as project engineers, division managers, practice leaders, and C-suite positions in AEC firms.
- Specializes in sectors including civil engineering, geo-environmental, architecture, and construction staffing and recruitment.
- Offers advice on mergers and acquisitions within the AEC market, including identifying targets, valuing firms, structuring deals, and managing integrations.
- Possesses a unique strength in combining executive recruiting with M&A consulting tailored to mid-size A/E/C firms.
Description
business development
technical authority
regulatory compliance
client engagement
project oversight
team leadership
- Business Development: Support strategic growth initiatives, including proposal development, client outreach, and new market penetration.
- Work on diverse municipal projects from roads and stormwater to site development and public works
- Division Leadership: Provide vision and direction for the Municipal Engineering team across multiple offices, mentoring emerging leaders and fostering a high-performance culture.
- Technical Authority: Serve as a senior technical resource on municipal systems design, site development, stormwater management, public works, and utility coordination.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all projects meet applicable municipal codes, zoning requirements, and permitting standards.
- Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with municipal clients, authorities, developers, and public sector entities.
- Lead a high-performing team and shape the future of a key business unit
- Project Oversight: Lead the planning, design, and execution of complex municipal infrastructure projects including roads, stormwater systems, utilities, and development projects.
Requirements
autocad
civil 3d
stormwater
pe license
10+ years
leadership
PE License (Professional Engineering License) is mandatory
- Mobility: Willingness to attend public meetings and travel between regional offices as needed
- Business Acumen: Experience with or aptitude for business development and client relationship management
- Experience: 10+ years in municipal/civil engineering, with a track record of leadership in infrastructure projects
- Technical Skills: Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, stormwater modeling software, and municipal design applications
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff
- Professional Engineer License (at minimum the ability to obtain within 2 years)
- Operational Management: Potential to lead a regional office with full P&L responsibility, depending on location and experience.
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering
Benefits
This is a strategic leadership opportunity with a clear path to executive-level advancement. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise, operational leadership, and business development acumen to help shape the future of the Municipal Engineering division.
Salary Range: $165,000 - $210,000
✅ Competitive salary package ($165K-$210K) tailored for exceptional candidates
✅ Opportunity to work with a highly skilled and collaborative team
✅ Professional development opportunities to stay updated with industry advancements
✅ Chance to make a meaningful impact on critical municipal infrastructure projects
✅ Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement
✅ Hybrid work flexibility after onboarding period
Location Options: Multiple offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic region including Greater Philadelphia, Lehigh Valley, Lancaster County, and Maryland
(Remote/hybrid arrangements considered for established professionals)
✅ Clear advancement path to executive leadership roles
- Benefit from recent strategic growth through acquisitions and market expansion