Civil Project Manager

Benesch•Milwaukee, WI

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm that enhances infrastructure and communities across the country. We are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews, committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. This role is for a civil/highway engineer with a track record of successful WisDOT project experience. Our Wisconsin office specializes in roadway and bridges, traffic engineering, water and wastewater services, and public involvement, providing exceptional services to WisDOT and several municipal local agencies. This person will play a key role in the growth of our WI operations and must be comfortable leading business development efforts as well as executing project work.

Requirements

BSCE or related discipline
Registered Massachusetts Professional Engineer
Minimum of 10 years of design experience including managing projects
Experience working on WisDOT projects
Seller/Doer mentality
A track record of adhering to design budgets and project schedules
Excellent communication and client relation skills

Nice To Haves

Leadership track potential

Responsibilities

Serve as Project Manager on transportation projects
Create and execute project work plans
Manage project teams, accountable for budget and schedule
Coordinate with all disciplines internally and externally with subconsultants
Manage & Mentor junior staff
Contribute to Division strategic growth initiatives
Champion relationships with key clients, including WisDOT
Represent Benesch at industry and professional engagement events
Ability to identify opportunities and lead strategic project pursuits
Collaborate on regional growth strategy
Provide direct supervision and overall leadership for assigned projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and client needs.
Assume ownership of project financials, optimizing resource allocation and budget management to maximize profitability and client satisfaction.
Develop project scope, schedule, and budget, integrating them into work plans to streamline project execution and enhance efficiency.
Identify necessary resources and effectively delegate staff duties and responsibilities, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
Resolve scope, schedule, and budget discrepancies with Group Manager and client, maintaining positive relationships and enhancing client satisfaction.
Check and sign off on deliverables, ensuring completeness and adherence to quality standards, thus enhancing project outcomes and client trust.
Ensure compliance with project and company safety guidelines, mitigating risks and safeguarding project integrity and reputation.
Track lessons learned and share insights with team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Assist with Professional Development Plans for staff, nurturing talent and fostering a high-performance team culture.
Contribute to proposal development, leveraging project successes to secure new opportunities and drive company growth.