Civil Engineering Project Manager

Be part of a 75-year legacy of engineering excellence and community impact. At CMT, we’re a full-service design consulting firm transforming infrastructure through aviation, transportation, water systems, stormwater management, and land development projects.

We’re seeking a dynamic Project Manager to join our Aviation Civil Engineering team in Milwaukee, WI. This is a unique opportunity to help establish and grow our aviation presence in a new geographic market, while shaping the future of national aviation capabilities.

If you’re a driven leader with a passion for infrastructure and a desire to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Why CMT?

At CMT, you’ll collaborate with engineers, planners, and design experts who are passionate about building better communities. We value leadership, adaptability, and a proactive mindset. Whether working independently or as part of a team, you’ll have the support and freedom to grow your expertise and take on meaningful challenges.

What You’ll Do

• Lead planning, design, and construction of civil and transportation projects
• Manage and mentor junior staff while overseeing design tasks
• Prepare bidding documents (plans and specifications), including:
  • Site layout, grading, drainage, pavement design, signage, utilities, and erosion control
  • Quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and construction schedules
• Support client managers and build relationships with aviation clients
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams and ensure successful delivery
• Participate in business development, including outreach, proposals, and community engagement
• Conduct or oversee construction observation and project engineering tasks

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum 8 years of experience in civil engineering with expertise in:
  • Transportation, site development, and infrastructure design
  • Geometric design, grading, drainage, pavements, utilities, and specifications
• Aviation project experience is a plus
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois and/or Wisconsin (required)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in business development and staff supervision (preferred)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; Civil 3D experience strongly preferred
• Willingness to travel as needed
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Ready to help shape the future of aviation infrastructure?
Join CMT and make your mark on the communities we serve.

Who is CMT?

CMT is recognized as a leader in delivering solutions across the entire infrastructure lifecycle, providing our clients with services across the spectrum of planning, design, construction, technology, and funding strategy. We design roads, bridges, and trails that connect people together, and we devise solutions that provide clean water for people and the environment. We also design sites and buildings, as well as solve complex challenges at some of the biggest airports in the country. For over 75 years, our team of engineers, planners, and consultants has delivered a trademark brand of excellence and value to those we serve. 

CMT has been honored as the Top Engineering Design Firm in the Midwest by Engineering News Record and was recently named among Zweig Group’s “Best Firms to Work For.” CMT’s success has been a direct result of enabling our people to pursue their passions and grow as professionals, while also maintaining an appropriate work-life balance centered around flexibility. Through innovation and a passionate pursuit of excellence, our team of engineers, planners and other related design professionals are driven to help our clients achieve the highest value possible for the infrastructure they build and manage.  Together we work to make our communities more livable and sustainable. A firm with approximately 500 employees and 25 offices in 9 states, CMT is growing fast and continuously creating opportunities for our employees.

CMT is committed to individual opportunity and the professional development of our employees.  This position offers an opportunity to take that next step helping reach your career goals and personal potential.  

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

Please visit https://www.cmtengr.com/careers-at-cmt/ to see benefits

Equal Employer Opportunity, including individuals with disability and protected veterans 

Visa sponsorship is available for this position.