Civil Engineer - Traffic Project Manager

Ayres • St. Paul, MN

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About The Position

We’re looking for a skilled Traffic Project Manager to join our growing transportation team in the Twin Cities. This role is a strong fit for a professional who enjoys leading projects end-to-end, building lasting client relationships, and mentoring the next generation of traffic engineers, all while staying connected to the technical work you’ve built your career on. As a project manager at Ayres, you’ll collaborate with experienced traffic, roadway, structural, and construction engineering professionals across our multi-state team. You’ll receive real support from peers and leadership, and you’ll have meaningful input into how our transportation practice continues to grow in Minnesota. Join Ayres – a USA TODAY Top Workplace recognized in both 2025 and 2026 – where people-first leadership, collaboration, and professional growth create an environment where great teams do their best work.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with an emphasis in transportation/traffic engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Minnesota (or capable of getting reciprocity within first six months of employment).
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in traffic engineering, with exposure to project management and client-facing work
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Willingness to occasionally travel to support projects or team needs
• A valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Traffic analysis and modeling tools such as HCS, Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, SIDRA, or similar
• Traffic signal design, operations, and timing/phasing
• Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) design
• Traffic impact analyses, operational analyses, and corridor or intersection modeling
• Multimodal planning involving pedestrians, bicycles, or transit
• Work zone traffic control and transportation management plans
• Safety data evaluation and countermeasure development
• CAD platforms including AutoCAD or MicroStation
• Specialty credentials such as PTOE or RSP

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage traffic engineering and transportation projects—keeping scope, schedule, budget, and quality on track
• Serve as a day-to-day client contact for public agencies including MnDOT, counties, and municipalities
• Perform traffic engineering tasks as needed to support project delivery
• Prepare and negotiate contract documents
• Collaborate with project teams across disciplines and office locations
• Support and mentor less-experienced traffic engineering staff
• Contribute to proposals and marketing pursuits for transportation projects
• Participate in professional organizations at the local, state, or national level
• Provide input to leadership on business planning, workload, and resource needs
• Focus on project delivery and client relationship management, with growing involvement in business development as you build your presence in the market

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision Insurance.
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.
• PTO upon hire, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level