CP Engineers, Architecture & Environmental Services
Group Manager, Municipal Engineering
CP Engineers, Architecture & Environmental Services, Sparta, New Jersey, United States
Base pay range
$140,000.00/yr - $190,000.00/yr
About CP Engineers With forty years of experience, CP Engineers delivers innovative solutions in site/civil, water/wastewater, municipal, MEP, and environmental engineering. Our project portfolio spans private, municipal, county, and regional clients, many of whom have partnered with us for decades. Remote work flexibility, competitive compensation and benefits, and a supportive culture have helped CP earn back-to-back Best Places to Work in NJ awards and driven strong employee retention.
Position Overview Due to expansion, we are seeking a Group Manager for our Municipal team to lead and oversee the planning, design, and execution of municipal infrastructure projects. This leadership role requires deep technical expertise, strong project management skills, and a commitment to ensuring all projects meet the latest industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Core Responsibilities
Define and execute annual and long-term business plans for the Municipal Engineering Group, fully aligned with CP Engineers' company-wide vision
Establish, monitor, and exceed group-level KPIs covering revenue growth, financial utilization, labor multiplier, and client retention
Run the group as a business, including forecasting, resource planning, and identifying new opportunities for growth
Lead efforts to hire, onboard, and develop high-performers (including Project Managers, Market Managers, and key engineers)
Financial & Operational Performance
Own the group's financial health: oversee revenue, profitability, budget stewardship, and capital planning
Optimize use of project management and financial tools (e.g., Ajera) to actively monitor and improve key metrics
Group Manager - Municipal Engineering
Ensure streamlined billing cycles, efficient management of work-in-progress (WIP), and strong receivables performance
Help set and guide pricing, proposal, and contract strategies
Organizational Change & Team Culture
Promote and lead major organizational changes that strengthen how the Municipal Engineering Group functions
Champion continuous improvement, adoption of new technologies, and consistent implementation of best practices
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance environment—ensuring team engagement and alignment with organizational goals
Client Development & Brand Stewardship
Build durable client relationships focused on satisfaction, sustainability, and repeat engagements
Represent CP Engineers at high-level meetings, public forums, and industry events, further strengthening the firm's market position
Oversee client transitions, relationship continuity, and quality project delivery
Direct and refine group marketing and pursuit efforts, making full use of CRM and analytics for smarter business development
Talent Management & Staff Development
Recruit, coach, and mentor a civil engineering team to assure both professional growth and delivery excellence
Conduct regular staff reviews and collaborate on individualized development plans that support company objectives
Drive accountability for individual and group KPIs and ensure compliance with all personnel policies and procedures
Project Oversight & Quality Control
Project Oversight: Lead the planning, design, and execution of municipal projects—including roads, stormwater management, and public infrastructure—ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and standards
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all projects adhere to local, state, and federal regulations, including permitting and municipal stormwater management rules
Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering staff, promoting the application of best practices and compliance with industry standards
Client Representation: Serve as the primary point of contact for municipal clients, representing municipalities as a municipal or board engineer at public meetings and providing expert advice on engineering and compliance matters
Provide senior oversight across all group projects, ensuring delivery meets standards for quality, budget, and timeliness
Standardize project management practices in alignment with established company controls and policies
Implement robust QA/QC procedures and actively support risk management and continuous learning within the team
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Group Revenue, Revenue Growth, and Labor Revenue Multiplier
Gross and Financial Utilization
Billing Variance (WIP
Client Retention and Satisfaction Metrics
High-Impact Hires Completed and Retained
Execution of Organizational Change Initiatives
Compliance with Internal Project Controls
Why CP Engineers? CP Engineers offers the chance to lead, innovate, and grow a team as your own business within a collaborative and fast-growing firm. If you are energized by leadership, value building high-performing teams, and want to drive real impact in municipal engineering, we invite you to apply and shape the future with us.
Salary range: $140,000.00-$190,000.00
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required; Master's or business credential preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred
Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in Civil and/or Municipal engineering, with substantial leadership and management responsibilities
Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing teams, driving business unit success, and consistently surpassing financial and strategic goals within dynamic, growth-oriented environments
Proven track record of managing medium-to-large complex projects
Strong business and financial acumen
Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset
Advanced leadership, talent development, and organizational change skills
Highly effective communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities
Expertise with project management and business software (e.g., Ajera, CRM systems)
Benefits
Hybrid/remote work options
Flexible hours
401(k) with 4% company match
20 days paid time off
Tuition, professional license, and association fee reimbursement
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Support for employee work/life balance
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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About CP Engineers With forty years of experience, CP Engineers delivers innovative solutions in site/civil, water/wastewater, municipal, MEP, and environmental engineering. Our project portfolio spans private, municipal, county, and regional clients, many of whom have partnered with us for decades. Remote work flexibility, competitive compensation and benefits, and a supportive culture have helped CP earn back-to-back Best Places to Work in NJ awards and driven strong employee retention.
Position Overview Due to expansion, we are seeking a Group Manager for our Municipal team to lead and oversee the planning, design, and execution of municipal infrastructure projects. This leadership role requires deep technical expertise, strong project management skills, and a commitment to ensuring all projects meet the latest industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Core Responsibilities
Define and execute annual and long-term business plans for the Municipal Engineering Group, fully aligned with CP Engineers' company-wide vision
Establish, monitor, and exceed group-level KPIs covering revenue growth, financial utilization, labor multiplier, and client retention
Run the group as a business, including forecasting, resource planning, and identifying new opportunities for growth
Lead efforts to hire, onboard, and develop high-performers (including Project Managers, Market Managers, and key engineers)
Financial & Operational Performance
Own the group's financial health: oversee revenue, profitability, budget stewardship, and capital planning
Optimize use of project management and financial tools (e.g., Ajera) to actively monitor and improve key metrics
Group Manager - Municipal Engineering
Ensure streamlined billing cycles, efficient management of work-in-progress (WIP), and strong receivables performance
Help set and guide pricing, proposal, and contract strategies
Organizational Change & Team Culture
Promote and lead major organizational changes that strengthen how the Municipal Engineering Group functions
Champion continuous improvement, adoption of new technologies, and consistent implementation of best practices
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance environment—ensuring team engagement and alignment with organizational goals
Client Development & Brand Stewardship
Build durable client relationships focused on satisfaction, sustainability, and repeat engagements
Represent CP Engineers at high-level meetings, public forums, and industry events, further strengthening the firm's market position
Oversee client transitions, relationship continuity, and quality project delivery
Direct and refine group marketing and pursuit efforts, making full use of CRM and analytics for smarter business development
Talent Management & Staff Development
Recruit, coach, and mentor a civil engineering team to assure both professional growth and delivery excellence
Conduct regular staff reviews and collaborate on individualized development plans that support company objectives
Drive accountability for individual and group KPIs and ensure compliance with all personnel policies and procedures
Project Oversight & Quality Control
Project Oversight: Lead the planning, design, and execution of municipal projects—including roads, stormwater management, and public infrastructure—ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and standards
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all projects adhere to local, state, and federal regulations, including permitting and municipal stormwater management rules
Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering staff, promoting the application of best practices and compliance with industry standards
Client Representation: Serve as the primary point of contact for municipal clients, representing municipalities as a municipal or board engineer at public meetings and providing expert advice on engineering and compliance matters
Provide senior oversight across all group projects, ensuring delivery meets standards for quality, budget, and timeliness
Standardize project management practices in alignment with established company controls and policies
Implement robust QA/QC procedures and actively support risk management and continuous learning within the team
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Group Revenue, Revenue Growth, and Labor Revenue Multiplier
Gross and Financial Utilization
Billing Variance (WIP
Client Retention and Satisfaction Metrics
High-Impact Hires Completed and Retained
Execution of Organizational Change Initiatives
Compliance with Internal Project Controls
Why CP Engineers? CP Engineers offers the chance to lead, innovate, and grow a team as your own business within a collaborative and fast-growing firm. If you are energized by leadership, value building high-performing teams, and want to drive real impact in municipal engineering, we invite you to apply and shape the future with us.
Salary range: $140,000.00-$190,000.00
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required; Master's or business credential preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred
Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in Civil and/or Municipal engineering, with substantial leadership and management responsibilities
Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing teams, driving business unit success, and consistently surpassing financial and strategic goals within dynamic, growth-oriented environments
Proven track record of managing medium-to-large complex projects
Strong business and financial acumen
Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset
Advanced leadership, talent development, and organizational change skills
Highly effective communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities
Expertise with project management and business software (e.g., Ajera, CRM systems)
Benefits
Hybrid/remote work options
Flexible hours
401(k) with 4% company match
20 days paid time off
Tuition, professional license, and association fee reimbursement
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Support for employee work/life balance
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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