Civil Project Manager

Benesch Alfred & Co; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 9% retirement contribution

Generous paid time off

Parental leave

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

Benesch Alfred & Co is looking for a Civil/Highway Engineer to join their Milwaukee office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in WisDOT projects and substantial experience managing transportation engineering projects. This role includes leading project teams and ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines.

As a key member of the team, you will contribute to strategic growth efforts and foster relationships with clients. Benesch offers a supportive environment with robust opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of design experience including managing projects.
• Experience working on WisDOT projects.
• A track record of adhering to design budgets and project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager on transportation projects.
• Create and execute project work plans.
• Manage project teams, accountable for budget and schedule.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Client Relations

Education

BSCE or related discipline

Registered Professional Engineer

Job description

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

We have a unique career opportunity for a civil/highway engineer with a track record of successful WisDOT project experience. Our Wisconsin office specializes in roadway and bridges, traffic engineering, water and wastewater services and public involvement and provide exceptional services to the WisDOT as well as several municipal local agencies. This person will play a key role in the growth of our WI operations and must be comfortable leading business development efforts as well as executing project work.

Location

This role will be located in the Milwaukee, Neenah, or Madison office.

The Impact You Will Have

• Serve as Project Manager on transportation projects
• Create and execute project work plans
• Manage project teams, accountable for budget and schedule
• Coordinate with all disciplines internally and externally with subconsultants
• Contribute to Division strategic growth initiatives
• Champion relationships with key clients, including WisDOT
• Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
• Ability to identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits
• Collaborate on regional growth strategy
• Leadership track potential

Additional responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and overall leadership for assigned projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and client needs.
• Assume ownership of project financials, optimizing resource allocation and budget management to maximize profitability and client satisfaction.
• Develop project scope, schedule, and budget, integrating them into work plans to streamline project execution and enhance efficiency.
• Identify necessary resources and effectively delegate staff duties and responsibilities, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Resolve scope, schedule, and budget discrepancies with Group Manager and client, maintaining positive relationships and enhancing client satisfaction.
• Check and sign off on deliverables, ensuring completeness and adherence to quality standards, thus enhancing project outcomes and client trust.
• Ensure compliance with project and company safety guidelines, mitigating risks and safeguarding project integrity and reputation.
• Track lessons learned and share insights with team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Assist with Professional Development Plans for staff, nurturing talent and fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Contribute to proposal development, leveraging project successes to secure new opportunities and drive company growth.

What You Will Need

• BSCE or related discipline
• Registered Massachusetts Professional Engineer
• Minimum of 10 years of design experience including managing projects
• Experience working on WisDOT projects
• A track record of adhering to design budgets and project schedules
• Excellent communication and client relation skills

It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here.

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.