Transportation Engineer/Project Manager P5

Graef USA; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training programs

Hybrid schedule

Onsite fitness facilities

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Graef USA in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Transportation Engineer/Project Manager (P5) to lead design and project delivery on high‑profile transportation projects. The role combines engineering leadership with client management, business development, and multi‑disciplinary coordination, requiring a WI PE license, a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, and 8+ years of transportation design experience.

Hybrid schedule and comprehensive benefits are offered to support professional growth and work‑life

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• WI PE license is required.
• Knowledge of WisDOT design standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide project oversight, setting priorities and budgets.
• Lead project engineering and management tasks.
• Support business development activities, including proposals.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and clients.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

Business development

AutoCAD

Civil3D

WisDOT standards

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Job description

Transportation Engineer/Project Manager P5

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GRAEF, a leading U.S. consulting firm, has been providing exceptional careers and quality engineering, planning and design services to our clients since 1961. We recognize that the best workplaces are filled with technically excellent, innovative, creative, and highly motivated people and are proud to be recognized as a 2026 Top Workplace.

GRAEF is more than just a business. We are a committed employer and community member. We invest in our employees as we do our clients, providing a challenging and rewarding environment where you can grow both personally and professionally.GRAEF values exciting work and lasting relationships; we embody values that speak to loyalty, service, quality and integrity; and we strive to grow with these ideas leading the way. We’re looking for people who agree that in addition to technical excellence, it’s all about relationships! What are you looking for in a career? The opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects? The satisfaction and security of working at an employee-owned company? Or maybe the opportunity to improve the quality of life - not just for you and your family, but for the worldwide community at large?

We have an exciting opportunity available for a Transportation Engineer/Project Manager in our Corporate Headquarters office in downtown Milwaukee located in The Avenue.

Transportation Engineer/Project Manager responsibilities include:

• Project oversight including setting priorities and developing objectives, project financial management as well as hands‑on involvement in the design process.
• The ability to serve as a technical resource for a multi-disciplined team.
• Project engineering and management.
• Business development activities including proposal preparation, project interviews/presentations, and client management.
• Professional society involvement.

We are considering candidates for our Transportation Engineer/Project Manager position who possess the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of practical design experience in transportation engineering, highway design, and local street design. Candidates with additional experience are encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of WisDOT design and standards is highly preferred.
• PE license in WI.
• Experience in business development and project development processes, including marketing activities, client development, project tracking and proposal development.
• Project Management experience with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation a plus.
• Good communication skills and a proven track record in successfully interacting with clients and internal team members is necessary.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Civil3D software is a significant advantage.

Why GRAEF? We are proud to offer you a complete benefit package to include:

• Training, Mentorship, and Leadership Development Programs
• A team atmosphere dedicated to open communication and collaboration
• Flexible Hours/Hybrid Schedule
• Embed yourself in the community by participating in numerous outside activities that GRAEF endorses and supports
• Exciting downtown office location, with free amenities, including onsite fitness center, pickleball courts, and more
• Free covered parking
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Casual Dress

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