Project Manager - Transportation

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.•Middleton, WI

About The Position

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Project Manager to join our team. We are looking to expand our services in the state of Wisconsin. We have offices in Appleton and Madison, but are open to expanding our team to other areas of the state. Our ideal candidate will have 8+ years of diverse roadway design experience, DOT experience, and project management experience. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of professionals dedicated to delivering high-level services to our clients. Westwood is rated a Top Workplace!

Requirements

Outgoing, friendly, approachable
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Ability to manage staff and direct resources effectively
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization
Demonstrated ability to manage complex transportation design projects in a profitable manner
Demonstrated ability to manage projects under the WisDOT delivery process
Extensive knowledge of geometric design and other related design elements
Knowledge and experience with the full roadway project lifecycle from preliminary studies through final design
Track record of successfully winning and delivering projects
Experience developing and implementing marketing pursuit strategies
Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with peers, clients, and public agency staff
Ability to coach and motivate other
Detail-oriented but also flexible enough to be big picture/conceptual
BS in Civil Engineering
Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in WI (or capable of obtaining within 6 months)
8+ years of progressive experience in transportation design and project management

Responsibilities

Manage the design and delivery of multidiscipline projects in a profitable manner
Oversee the technical aspects of various projects
Supervise the work of engineers and/or technical support personnel assigned to the project
Develop project work plans and budget projections and effectively deploy resources
Review, interpret and act on business metrics, including utilization, backlog, work in process and accounts receivable
Prepare, maintain and coordinate schedules of multiple concurrent projects
Develop and track milestones to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
Complete monthly project accounting and invoicing
Implement and maintain QA/QC procedures
Coordinate with other disciplines, support services and subconsultants
Coordinate with government agencies, utility providers or other outside agencies
Represent clients and firm in meetings with governmental agencies
Write proposals and participate and/or lead interviews
Grow, mentor and train staff
Build relationships internally and externally with clients and strategic partners
Lead business development activities
Negotiate contract terms and conditions with clients and governmental entities
Ensures division, regional, and company values, policies and practices are consistently followed
Lead by example – display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism