Project Manager – Municipal Design

Robert E. Lee & Associates, Inc; Hobart (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert E. Lee & Associates, Inc. is seeking a motivated project manager to join our municipal engineering team in Wisconsin.

This full-time role targets a mid-level civil engineer with roughly 7–10 years in municipal design and project management, offering growth opportunities within a fast-growing firm. Responsibilities include leading projects from planning through construction, designing components using Civil 3D, preparing reports and cost estimates, and maintaining client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with municipal/transportation emphasis
• 7–10 years of civil/municipal engineering experience including design and project management
• Registered Professional Engineer in Wisconsin
• Proficiency with Civil 3D and AutoCAD
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship)

Responsibilities

• Lead municipal projects from planning through construction
• Design municipal/civil components: sanitary sewer, watermain, storm sewer, roads, site infrastructure
• Develop plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D and prepare specifications
• Oversee design reports, cost estimates, and permitting documents
• Manage projects including scheduling and budgeting, and client communications
• Mentor engineers, technicians, and designers on the team
• Assist with proposals, scope development, and fee estimates
• Oversee construction administration activities including bidding and project closeout

Skills

Project management

Communication

Education

P.E. license (Wisconsin)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Robert E. Lee & Associates, Inc. is seeking to hire a motivated project manager to join our growing municipal engineering team. This full-time position is ideal for an ambitious mid-level civil engineer with approximately 7-10 years of experience in municipal design and project management. You will collaborate with an expanding team and engage in a wide range of assignments. This engineering role provides a great prospect for personal development and career advancement in a fast-growing company. The role provides a solid foundation for professionals seeking a long-term career in engineering. Joining our team offers you the prospect of growing with a company that values personal and professional growth while contributing to its progress and success.

Primary Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will serve as a project manager, responsible for leading municipal projects from planning through construction. On any given day, you’ll:

• Manage and perform the design of municipal and civil engineering projects including design of sanitary sewer, watermain, storm sewer, roadway, storm water management, and site infrastructure improvements.
• Develop plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D and specifications.
• Oversee and prepare design reports, cost estimates, and permitting documents.
• Manage projects from concept through construction, including scheduling, budgeting, and permitting.
• Serve as the primary client contact, building and maintaining long-term relationships with municipal clients and agency partners.
• Mentor the work of engineers, technicians, and designers.
• Assist with proposal preparation, scope development, and fee estimates for new and existing clients.
• Oversee construction administration tasks including bidding, contract documents, pay applications, and project closeout.

Skills and Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a municipal or transportation emphasis.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Wisconsin.
• 7-10 years of civil/municipal engineering experience, including design and project management responsibilities.
• Experience in the following areas is beneficial: municipal design, Civil 3D, road design, modeling (water, sanitary sewer and storm water).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to learn and stay current with the latest design standards and procedures.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Applicant must be authorized to work in the United States (please note: Robert E. Lee & Associates, Inc. does not sponsor applicants for work visas.)

Robert E. Lee & Associates, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.