Municipal Project Manager Job at LVI Associates, Iowa

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  • LVI Associates
  • Iowa

Job Description

Municipal Engineering Project Manager - Civil Team Growth Leader

Location: Iowa City or Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Salary: $110,000 - $160,000+

Lead with Purpose. Build Communities. Grow a Team.

We're looking for a Municipal Engineering Project Manager who's not only passionate about infrastructure but also about mentoring and growing a high-performing civil engineering team . This is your opportunity to shape the future of Iowa's communities while advancing your leadership career in a 100% employee-owned firm that values innovation, collaboration, and people.

Your Role

As a Municipal Project Manager, you'll lead impactful infrastructure projects-think water systems, roadways, and stormwater solutions-while also playing a key role in developing our civil engineering team . You'll manage projects from concept to completion, foster strong municipal relationships, and help cultivate the next generation of engineering talent.

What You'll Do

Project Leadership

  • Manage municipal infrastructure projects including water/wastewater, streets, stormwater, and utilities
  • Guide projects through planning, design, permitting, and construction
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure quality and efficiency

Team Development

  • Mentor junior engineers and support their technical and professional growth
  • Help shape team structure, workflows, and training initiatives
  • Foster a collaborative, supportive, and high-performance team culture

Client Engagement

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for municipal clients
  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with city leaders and public works departments
  • Identify new opportunities and contribute to strategic growth

Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure all deliverables meet regulatory and technical standards
  • Review and approve design plans, reports, and specifications
  • Champion continuous improvement and innovation in project delivery

Budget & Schedule Oversight

  • Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources
  • Track progress, report updates, and manage scope changes
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget

What We Offer

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary: $110,000 - $160,000+ DOE
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - become a company owner
  • Bonuses, overtime pay, and comprehensive insurance (health, dental, vision, disability)
  • Generous PTO, holidays, and flexible scheduling

Work-Life Balance

  • Hybrid and remote work options available
  • Offices in Iowa City and Cedar Rapids
  • Flexible hours to support your personal and professional life

Career Growth

  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
  • Leadership development and mentorship programs
  • A collaborative, people-first culture that celebrates success

What You Bring

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • PE license in Iowa (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
  • 8+ years of municipal engineering experience
  • Proven project management and client-facing experience
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office

Preferred

  • Master's degree or PMP certification
  • Experience with water/wastewater treatment systems
  • Familiarity with Iowa DOT and municipal design standards
  • Background in employee-owned or collaborative work environments

Job Tags

Holiday work, Flexible hours,

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