Design Project Manager

A well-established, multi-discipline civil engineering and surveying firm is growing, and we're excited to expand our Survey Team. The firm has built a reputation for excellence, integrity, and long-term client relationships. Our team of professionals is known for low turnover, strong mentorship, and a culture that puts people first.

If you're a seasoned engineer who thrives on leading projects, building relationships, and shaping the infrastructure of our communities, this may be the perfect fit.

Why Join Us?

• A stable, respected firm with more than a century of success
• A collaborative, supportive team environment
• Opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and career advancement
• Access to the latest engineering technology and software
• Competitive compensation and a generous benefits package
• A company culture rooted in community, quality, and employee development
  
  

Position Overview - Transportation Design Project Manager

We're looking for a thoughtful, steady, relationship-driven Project Manager who brings both technical expertise and a people-first leadership style. You'll lead transportation and roadway design projects with precision, clarity, and confidence - while mentoring less experienced engineers and fostering strong client partnerships.

Our ideal Project Manager is reliable, curious, collaborative, and genuinely invested in the success of their team. You stay calm under pressure, communicate openly, and bring a proactive, solution-oriented mindset to every challenge. You understand the bottom line, but you also understand people - and you know that great projects are built on both.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our communities while growing your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

What You'll Do

• Manage multiple transportation design projects from concept through completion
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, team members, and partners
• Communicate clearly and consistently across departments and with external stakeholders
• Delegate tasks effectively and support team members with guidance and mentorship
• Provide technical leadership and quality control throughout the design process
• Lead project reviews and ensure compliance with standards, specifications, and expectations
• Participate in the development of RFPs, RFQs, and project proposals
• Resolve project-related challenges with professionalism and sound judgment
• Apply practical engineering knowledge to produce safe, efficient, cost-effective designs
• Continue learning key elements of civil engineering design relevant to our projects
  
  

Required Skills

What We're Looking For

• 5 years of design project management experience
• Strong background in design project engineering
• Proficiency with CAD/BIM software
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) License
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Wisconsin DOT and municipal roadway projects
• Familiarity with project contracts, specifications, and PS&E
• Ability to perform QA/QC on design documents
• Experience scoping projects
• Ability to apply field experience to design decisions
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and short/long-term disability insurance
• Company-matched retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Modern equipment and technology
• Comfortable office environment with hybrid options
• Long-term career growth opportunities
  
  

Where We Work

We proudly provide Civil, Municipal, Transportation, and Land Surveying services to both public and private clients throughout Wisconsin and Northern Illinois. We are committed to investing in our employees and we provide a challenging and rewarding environment where you can grow both personally and professionally.

Ready to Build Your Future With Us?

Benefits

• Vision insurance
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)