Transportation Design Department Manager

Kapur & Associates

Madison (WI)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 105,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kapur & Associates is seeking a highly motivated Transportation Design Department Manager to lead WisDOT transportation projects based in Madison, WI. This role involves managing design engineers, overseeing financials, and supporting client relations.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, a Professional Engineering (PE) License, and at least 10 years of experience in transportation design. Kapur offers an employee-friendly culture and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in transportation design and project management, preferably WisDOT projects.
Professional Engineering (PE) License in Wisconsin is essential.
Experience managing transportation design staff and delivering high quality projects.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the roadway and structural design group in Madison.
Oversee department financial data and ensure high quality deliverables.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and manage project risks.

Skills

Managing transportation design staff

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in Civil 3D

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) License in Wisconsin

Minimum 10 years of experience in transportation design

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office Tools

Job description

Job Description

Company: Kapur & Associates

Job Title: Transportation Design Department Manager

Location: Madison, WI

About Kapur

Kapur & Associates is a reputable, employee‑owned consulting engineering firm that has been providing engineering, survey, site design, transportation, municipal, construction inspection, and construction management services to clients across the United States for over 40 years. We have grown to over 400 professionals and have multiple offices in Wisconsin, Illinois, Kentucky, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.

Kapur offers a unique employee‑friendly company culture and excellent benefits including generous stock ownership to all employees through our employee stock ownership program (ESOP). At Kapur, we’re looking for candidates who share our ALL‑IN commitment to excellence. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about their work, have a strong work ethic, and are committed to delivering outstanding results. We value teamwork and are looking for individuals who are collaborative and enjoy working in a team environment.

Summary

Kapur is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Transportation Design Department Manager to manage and lead WisDOT transportation projects in various locations across Wisconsin. This position is based in Madison, WI, where you will play a critical role in continuing to grow our transportation group. This position will actively manage and design WisDOT transportation projects, but also assist with training/mentoring younger engineers, recruiting/hiring additional staff, oversee a group of 3‑4 design engineers, oversee financials for the group, and perform business development activities with existing and new clients.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage our roadway and structural design group in Madison and oversee projects from initiation to completion.
Oversee department financial data and ensure high quality deliverables.
Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets, and monitor progress to meet project objectives.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, communicating project status and resolving issues promptly.
Collaborate with teams to coordinate project tasks and deliverables.
Confirm project compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Identify project risks and challenges.
Prepare and present project reports and updates to clients.
Contribute to the design and engineering of roadway and structural projects.
Build client relations, prepare proposals, and bring in additional site design work.
Assist with recruitment and hiring of additional site design staff.

Skills

Experience managing transportation design staff, overseeing financial performance, and delivering high quality transportation projects for WisDOT or other municipal clients.
Strong work ethic, self‑motivation, attention to detail, high organizational skills, and enthusiasm for transportation projects.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with strong interpersonal skills.
Customer service focus, with the ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
Flexibility to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing client expectations.
Problem‑solving abilities, especially in areas where documentation is limited or lacks standardization.
Proficient in engineering software such as Civil 3D, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and/or other relevant tools.
Experience with Microsoft Office Tools (SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook, etc.) and Document Control Management Software.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
Minimum of 10+ years of experience in transportation design and project management, preferably on WisDOT projects.
Professional Engineering (PE) License in Wisconsin.

Benefits