Civil Engineer - Transportation Project Manager/Supervisor

Ayres Associates • Madison, WI

10d

About The Position

Ayres is seeking a confident and motivated project manager/supervisor to contribute to the growth of its Transportation division in Southwest Wisconsin. The role is supported by experienced roadway, structure, traffic, and construction engineering staff, along with fellow 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 leads business development and project delivery for transportation clients, including WisDOT, counties, municipalities, and private-sector organizations. It manages client relationships and project work to meet schedules, profitability goals, Ayres Associates quality standards, and contract requirements. The project manager/supervisor also contributes to staff mentorship, group planning and resource discussions, professional organizations, and company events.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with an emphasis in transportation.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Wisconsin.
• At least 8 years of transportation-related design and project management experience.
• Willingness to travel to other company locations from time to time.
• Valid driver's license with a 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.
• Passion for representing 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

• Market and win transportation projects for clients including WisDOT, counties, municipalities, and the private sector.
• Prepare and negotiate contract documents.
• Manage client relationships.
• Manage projects and oversee production of project work, ensuring it 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 the development and mentorship of staff.
• Participate in regular 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.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off upon hire.
• Paid holidays, including two floating holidays.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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