MSA specializes in the sustainable development of communities. Yet, what we do is more than just a portfolio of projects. We are committed to going beyond the project – to building honest, open relationships and becoming a source of expertise and support in order to help make our communities stronger. 

Founded in the 1930s as a rural land surveying business, MSA has grown into an employee-owned, multidisciplinary consulting firm employing more than 350 engineers, architects, planners, funding experts, surveyors, GIS experts, landscape architects and environmental scientists. We have 16 offices across six states (Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Texas and Wisconsin) and collaborate to pioneer projects in communities throughout the United States.

MSA has earned a variety of notable industry accolades. We have been named by the Zweig Group as one of the 2017 “Best Firms to Work For” and continue to climb the Engineering News Record’s Top 500 Design Firms list, ranking No. 310 in 2018—a 17-position rise from the previous year.  MSA was also honored to be named Company of the Year for 2018 by the Wisconsin chapter of the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Association, an award that recognizes our commitment to being a team-led, employee-focused, engaging and balanced place of work.  

POSITION:

We are currently seeking a full-time Municipal Engineering Team Leader. If you are ready to take on a leadership role but are not able to within your current company structure this is the opportunity for you! This person will provide management of clients and projects as well as mentoring of current staff. You will have the opportunity to join our local team that has a track record of successfully completing a wide variety of municipal infrastructure projects for our large portfolio of clients. If you want to have an impact on your local community this is the opportunity for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Project management including project planning, scoping, budgeting, contracting, design, and QA/QC
• Team management including mentoring, professional development of team, and managing workload of staff
• Client relations including council meetings with existing, targeted, and new clients
• Marketing including proposals, interviews, public involvement, and development of new municipal clients with the assistance of our business development and marketing teams

Required Skills Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with 10 or more years of experience required
• Candidates with additional experience are encouraged to apply
• Prior experience with municipal engineering, client management, project management, and consulting required
• PE license required
• Involvement in professional organizations and experience with project funding are preferred
• Prior experience with mentoring and managing a team or desire to step into that role
• We are looking for someone to be a hands on manager with the ability to be a seller/doer
• The ideal candidate will have a track record of successfully working with municipal clients in with the ability to present technical solutions to clients yet understands the importance of exceptional listening skills to create and maintain client relationships

It takes a village to change the earth for the better. If you have the passion and skills to help design and engineer a better world, we’d love to have you on our team. At MSA, we help people live, work and play better. That goes not only for our clients and the communities we serve, but for our team members too. Join us and launch your innovative new career in a 100% employee-owned workplace that believes in flexible work schedules, honest transparency, a supportive team environment and a commitment to helping make communities stronger, together.

MSA also provides a comprehensive suite of benefits and incentives including competitive health, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, support of ongoing professional education, opportunities for community involvement and participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).  

MSA is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

• Understanding of Federal contracting bid process
• Familiar with Shipley proposal process
• Keen attention to detail and follow-through skills
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office 2010 (including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, and Word), SharePoint (required), and Adobe Acrobat Professional
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent proofreading abilities
• Ability to synthesize information and present findings clearly in both writing and orally
• Ability to give clear, concise directions and organize large volumes of information
• Comfortable speaking with executive and senior-level management teams
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, often with short notice, to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure, handle last-minute requests, and multitask
• Able to effectively prioritize and work independently
• Ability to successfully communicate with proposal team, teammates, corporate executive management, and other employees at all levels
• Must possess demonstrated abilities to work under and tight deadlines, work independently and as part of a team prioritizing multiple tasks efficiently and effectively
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude under stress and ability to work with a diverse group of personalities
• Excellent organizational skills, writing skills, and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of US Government contracting proposal processes
• Ability to travel 25% to work on-site with Proposal Team when requested, typically Atlanta GA
• Participate and support proposal review meetings as assigned