Civil Engineer - Transportation Project Manager/Supervisor
About The Position
Ayres is seeking a confident and motivated project manager/supervisor to contribute to the growth of its Transportation division in the Southwest region of Wisconsin. The role is supported by experienced roadway, structure, traffic, and construction engineering staff, other project managers, and upper management. Success involves developing client relationships; identifying, pursuing, winning, and managing transportation projects; making hiring recommendations as the group grows; and supporting the career development of less experienced staff. The position involves marketing and winning transportation projects, preparing and negotiating contracts, managing clients and projects, and supporting staff development. Ayres describes its workplace as people-first, collaborative, and supportive of professional growth, and notes recognition as a USA TODAY Top Workplace in 2025 and 2026 and a 2026 Madison Top Workplace.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with an emphasis in transportation.
- Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Wisconsin.
- At least 8 years of experience in transportation-related design and project management.
- Willingness to travel to other company locations from time to time.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Nice To Haves
- Enthusiasm for business development, including client contact, marketing initiatives, and monitoring client and partner satisfaction.
- Desire to build the Ayres Associates brand at professional meetings and conferences locally, statewide, and potentially nationally.
- Ability to represent Ayres Associates professionally.
- Eagerness to cultivate a team environment where staff feel valued and supported and ideas flow freely.
- Experience with Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and other engineering software.
Responsibilities
- Lead marketing efforts and win transportation projects for clients including WisDOT, counties, municipalities, and private-sector organizations.
- Prepare and negotiate contract documents.
- Manage client relationships.
- Manage projects, overseeing production to ensure work is completed on schedule, profitably, and in accordance with Ayres Associates quality standards and contract requirements.
- Build and maintain respectful working relationships with coworkers and company leaders.
- Support and participate in staff development and mentorship.
- Participate in scheduled group meetings to discuss project pursuits, workload, and resource utilization.
- Provide input to the group manager on the group's annual business plan and budget.
- Participate in local, statewide, and/or national professional organizations.
- Participate in office-wide social events.
- Make hiring recommendations as the group grows.
- Travel to other company locations from time to time.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
- Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).
- 401(k) with company match.
- PTO upon hire.
- Paid holidays, including two floating holidays.
- Flexible work schedule.
- Professional development opportunities. Benefits vary depending on job status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
