Civil Engineer - Project Construction Lead

Ayres Associates; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401(k) with company match

Paid time off and flexible work schedule

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Ayres Associates is seeking a Transportation Construction Engineer in Green Bay, Wisconsin. This role emphasizes project management and collaboration, requiring a Bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering along with 4-10 years of experience in road or bridge construction. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively, manage projects, and support team development while enjoying benefits like health insurance, ESOP, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4 to 10 years of construction experience on roads and/or bridges.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability to walk over uneven terrain and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead in identifying and winning transportation construction management projects.
• Serve as resident engineer for transportation construction projects.
• Support and mentor staff overseeing project completion.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to operate independently and work in teams

Construction experience on roads and/or bridges

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

AASHTOWare Project

Civil3D

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team! As an employee‑owned company, our people are our central asset, and we are dedicated to making sure our professionals have every opportunity to thrive. Our transportation division is looking for a confident and accountable transportation construction engineer who has the skill set to serve as a resident engineer, oversee multiple projects, represent our clients, and collaborate with construction contractors.

On Any Given Day, You’ll

• Take the lead in successfully identifying, marketing, and winning transportation construction management projects from clients including WisDOT, counties, municipalities, and private sector clients.
• Assist with the preparation and negotiation of contract documents.
• Serve as resident engineer for transportation related construction projects.
• Manage clients.
• Manage projects and support staff overseeing the completion of all project work, ensuring that the work is produced on schedule, profitably, and in conformance with the quality standards of the company and contractual requirements.
• Build and maintain respectful working relationships with fellow employee owners and leaders within the company.
• Support and participate in the development and mentorship of staff.
• Perform construction engineering duties that include field layout of projects, quantity verification, record keeping, contractor pay estimate and contract modification preparation, construction meetings, materials acceptance and testing, finals, QA/QC processes, and general inspection.
• Assist with the design and plan production of transportation related projects.
• Actively engage in local, statewide, and/or national professional organizations.
• Participate in office‑wide social events.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering with an emphasis in transportation or related field.
• 4 to 10 years of construction experience on roads and/or bridges.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability to walk over uneven terrain and lift up to 50 lbs.

Desired Skills And Experiences

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to operate independently and to work well in team environments.
• Experience with WisDOT project development process, construction observation, and materials testing for WisDOT projects.
• Certification in WisDOT Highway Technician Program credentials desirable.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in AASHTOWare Project, Civil3D, and other transportation engineering software.

Benefits Of Being Part Of The Team

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability and life insurance.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.