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Civil Engineer - Transportation Project Manager

Ayres
Waukesha, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2026

Finding the right fit:

Work doesn’t feel like work when you do what you love and enjoy the people you do it with. That’s been our experience anyway – and it could be yours too. 

We’re currently seeking a confident, motivated project manager to serve as a key contributor within our Transportation team and help us grow in the Southeast Wisconsin region. You’ll have access to highly experienced roadway, structure, traffic, and construction engineering staff to assist you in driving quality transportation projects forward and ensuring their successful delivery to our valued clients. And, along the way, you’ll find support from fellow project managers within the company, as well as upper management, who are equally committed to these same priorities.

Success will be defined by your ability to develop client relationships; identify, pursue, win and manage transportation-related projects; make hiring recommendations as we grow the group; and be instrumental in the career development of less experienced staff within the group. 

Become a part of a nationally recognized USA Today Top Workplace! Our commitment to working together and improving our lives rings true, and we are proud to grow our team with driven and valued individuals. Join us today and contribute to a culture of excellence and innovation.

 On any given day, you’ll:

  • Take the lead in successfully marketing and winning transportation projects from clients including WisDOT, Counties, municipalities, and the private sector.
  • Prepare and negotiate contract documents.
  • Manage clients.
  • Manage projects overseeing the production of all project work, ensuring that the work is produced on schedule, profitably, and in conformance with the quality standards of Ayres Associates and requirements of the contract.
  • Build and maintain respectful working relationships with fellow co-workers and leaders within the company.
  • Support and participate in the development and mentorship of staff.
  • Be an active participant in regularly scheduled group meetings to discuss project pursuits, workload, and resource utilization.
  • Provide input to the group manager for the development of an annual business plan and budget for the group.
  • Actively engage in local, statewide, and/or national professional organizations.
  • Participate in office-wide, social events.

Required Qualifications

  • A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with an emphasis in transportation.
  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Wisconsin.
  • A minimum of 4 years of experience consisting of transportation related design and project management.
  • Willingness to travel to other company locations from time to time.
  • A valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Desired Skills and Experiences:

  • Enthusiastic focus on business development, including client contact, marketing initiatives, and monitoring client and partner satisfaction.
  • WisDOT experience is a plus.
  • A desire to build the Ayres Associates brand at professional meetings/conferences locally, statewide, and potentially nationally.
  • Passion for representing Ayres Associates in a professional manner.
  • Eagerness to cultivate a team environment where all staff members feel valued and supported and all ideas flow freely.
  • Experience with Civil 3D, AutoCAD and other engineering software.

Benefits of being part of the Ayres team: 

  • Health, dental, and vision Insurance.
  • Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
  • Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.
  • PTO upon hire, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.
  • Professional development opportunities.

Please note, benefits vary depending on job status. To learn more about our great benefits, visit our website at https://www.ayresassociates.com/careers/the-ayres-advantage/

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

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