Project Civil Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading design consulting firm in Milwaukee as a Project Manager in the Aviation civil engineering team. With a focus on innovative community solutions, you will lead critical aviation development projects and cultivate relationships while advancing your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of civil engineering experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois and/or Wisconsin required.
• Willingness to accept periodic out-of-town travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead design tasks or projects, including supervising junior staff.
• Prepare bidding documents including site development and drainage.
• Manage and coordinate multi-disciplinary tasks for aviation projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Join Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) and become part of a team with a 75-year legacy of innovation and impact. We’re a full-service design consulting firm dedicated to transforming our communities with airports, transportation, water systems, stormwater management, and land development projects. We’re looking for a talented Project Manager to join our Aviation civil engineering team in Milwaukee, WI to grow our Aviation presence in Wisconsin.

The selected candidate will have demonstrated leadership qualities, the ability to work as a team member or independently, the capacity to learn new skills and areas of expertise, and the desire to help establish and grow our aviation business within a new market. This is a unique opportunity to grow and lead our aviation capabilities in a new geographic market.

At CMT, you’ll be surrounded by engineers, planners, and design experts passionate about shaping the future. We value leadership, adaptability, and a willingness to take on new challenges. If you’re ready to grow your expertise, work collaboratively or independently, and contribute to meaningful projects, we want to hear from you! Join us and help build the future of our communities with CMT.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Planning, design, and construction of civil & transportation projects focused on Aviation development
• Lead design tasks or projects, including supervising junior staff
• Prepare bidding documents (plans & specifications), including horizontal and vertical layout, site development, grading, drainage, pavement design, marking, signage, erosion control, coordination with other disciplines, utilities, quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and construction scheduling
• Support the client manager in providing service to and developing relationships with existing aviation clients
• Manage and coordinate multi-disciplinary tasks for aviation projects
• Oversee construction-related activities, including site observation and project engineering
• Assist in business development activities such as outreach, submittals, and community engagement

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required. A Master’s degree will be considered favorably
• Minimum 5 years of civil engineering experience with expertise in transportation, site development, and infrastructure projects; aviation experience is a plus but not required
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois and/or Wisconsin required
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D for design and analysis
• Willingness to accept periodic out-of-town travel
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Who is CMT?

CMT is a leader in infrastructure solutions, providing services from planning to funding strategy. We design roads, bridges, water systems, and airports, with a focus on community sustainability. Recognized as a top Midwest engineering firm and among Zweig Group’s “Best Firms to Work For,” we foster professional growth and work-life balance. With about 500 employees across 25 offices, we are rapidly expanding.

We are committed to diversity and individual opportunity. This position offers a chance to advance your career and personal growth.

Additional Information

Visit https://www.cmtengr.com/careers for benefits details.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Visa sponsorship is available for this position.