Municipal Project Manager

Come work for OHM Advisors, the Community Advancement firm.

With the singular mission of Advancing Communities, our diverse, 750+ member team works collaboratively across multiple service areas in multiple states, including architecture, engineering, planning, surveying, and construction engineering.

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 a problem and drive them forward— advancing the whole community today and well into the future.

What You Will Contribute To OHM Advisors

As a Municipal Project Manager with OHM Advisors, you will take the lead in delivering innovative and impactful infrastructure solutions for municipal, private development, and institutional projects. You will manage a dynamic team of engineers, planners, and technicians to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Your role will focus on building strong client relationships, aligning project goals with client needs, and fostering a collaborative, high-performing project environment. With your technical expertise and leadership, you’ll play a key role in shaping community-focused outcomes that reflect OHM Advisors’ commitment to creating thriving, sustainable communities.

Your Responsibilities

Project Management:

• Lead the successful planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of diverse projects.
• Collaborate with clients to define desired outcomes, project metrics, and success criteria.
• Develop project proposals, including scope definition, work breakdown structures, and schedules with key milestones.
• Oversee the design process, mitigate project risks, ensure quality assurance, and manage workflow to meet deadlines.
• Facilitate the timely acquisition of permits and entitlements within OHM’s scope of work.
• Support the bidding process, respond to RFIs during construction, conduct site visits, and participate in construction progress meetings.
• Manage project budgets, monitor invoicing, and ensure smooth project closeout processes.
• Maintain strong client satisfaction by delivering exceptional service and meeting client expectations.
  
  
  

Team Management & Coordination:

• Oversee the preparation of design plans, including layouts, utility services/extensions, grading, drainage, stormwater management, erosion control, and construction details.
• Manage and coordinate project production teams across multiple projects, ensuring resource optimization and technical excellence.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers by providing technical training and career development opportunities.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Business Development teams to develop proposals, marketing materials, and presentations.
  
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Site Civil Engineering or Municipal Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Kentucky or Indiana, or the ability to obtain licensure within 120 days.
• Training or equivalent experience in PSMJ or Project Management Institute (PMI) methodologies.
• Extensive design experience, including grading, water mainlines, sanitary sewers, roadways, storm sewers, green infrastructure, and stormwater management.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly.
• Proven team leadership skills for coordinating both internal and external team members.
• Passionate about community impact and professional growth; eager to mentor others and advance within the organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a proactive attitude, ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and self-manage effectively.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, HydroCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  
  
  

Benefits Summary

At OHM Advisors, our people are our greatest asset. Were committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace that fosters personal and professional growth. Thats why we offer a competitive benefits package designed to meet your unique needs.

Benefits:

• BCBSM Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company Profit Sharing
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contribution
• Paid professional association membership
• Tuition & Certification Expense reimbursement
• Volunteer Service Leave
• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Options
  
  
  

Career Advancement & Enrichment Programs:

• Voluntary Wellness Program
• OHM Grad School
• OHM University
  
  
  

You can read more about each of these programs on our website.

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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