Principal Municipal Engineer

Weston & Sampson is seeking a Principal Municipal Engineer with 15 or more years of experience in our Albany or Rhinebeck, New York office.

What you’ll do:

• Supervise and lead project teams in the conduct of municipal engineering reports, studies, and designs, utilizing recognized industry standards and regulatory-compliant approaches.
• This position will directly report to the Regional Manager and will work a team of engineers and support staff to meet client deliverables.
• Supervise and lead project teams in the field evaluation and assessment of existing facilities, including water, sewer, stormwater, and roadways.
• Provide hands-on leadership working side by side with our engineering staff to complete challenging engineering and construction projects.
• Assess opportunities and define project scope, schedule, and fee, as well as determine work procedures and staffing, and sub-consultant assignments.
• Support the procurement of construction services, including support and evaluation of public bidding, contract execution, and construction administration.
• Supervise, train and mentor junior engineering staff.
• Pursue new work opportunities through established client relationship, market sector awareness, and competitive pursuits, including participation in proposal development and interviews/presentations.
• Participate in professional organization and technical committees.
• The candidate will be expected to be flexible in terms of handling multiple assignments, work directly with clients to understand needs and to advance project planning and design assignments, as well as participating in company sponsored training programs, seminars, and conferences as may be necessary.
• Collaborate and build strong working relationships with internal multi-disciplinary teams.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or similar engineering degree.
• Possess and maintain a New York State Professional Engineering License, in good standing.
• 15 or more years of relevant experience working with municipal clients in engineering or project management roles, including:
  • Evaluation, study and design of municipal water, wastewater stormwater, and roadway facilities and infrastructure, with an understanding and experience, especially related to rehabilitation of municipal systems.
  • Possess in-depth knowledge of Federal and State regulations, including discharge permitting for facilities, and typical funding sources related to the industry.
• Experience in managing multiple projects and clients, along with the associated administrative, budgetary, and financial tracking/profitability aspects of projects.
• Highly effective with written and verbal communication of project plans and presentations
• Adept at interpersonal relationship building, conflict resolution, team leadership, and mentoring.
• Preferred work experience will include site design; utility planning, modeling, and design; and water and wastewater pumping station and treatment plant design and construction.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and successful teamwork.
• Exemplary communication skills, including the verbal, written, and public presentation domains.
• Working proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Some travel is required, must have a valid driver’s license.
  
  Salary is $150,000 - $175,000

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Weston & Sampson is an 100% employee-owned, full-service environmental and infrastructure consulting firm made up of more than 800 professionals, who work together to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson’s mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain the natural and built environment to enhance the quality of life. As we grow, we are seeking dedicated technical and professional individuals who want to collaborate on meaningful projects with a team that respects and values their ideas. Weston & Sampson offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, and exciting career growth opportunities—all in a supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions.

Weston & Sampson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace the rich perspectives and experiences that arise from people of different races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientation, gender identities, ages, socio-economic statuses, abilities, and religions, as well as other untapped groups, within our Weston & Sampson family and the communities we serve. Weston & Sampson is committed to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging and equitable representation across our organization and to empower our employees to incorporate IDEA values into the work they perform.

Your world is always changing, and so are we. Join us as we grow: https://www.westonandsampson.com/join-our-team/

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A Note to Third-Party Recruiters:

Weston & Sampson coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing agencies, or related firms. Resumes are only accepted if a signed agreement is in place.  All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Weston & Sampson. Weston & Sampson is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.