Civil Project Manager, Transportation

Westwood Professional Services•Delafield, WI

About The Position

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an ambitious and talented Transportation Project Manager to join its experienced team. The role combines complex engineering design and project delivery with marketing, business development, client contact, and team growth. The position manages transportation design projects from preliminary studies through final design, oversees technical work and project finances, and supports construction-phase services. Travel to project sites and other Westwood offices throughout the United States may be required. Westwood provides professional services in energy, infrastructure, and community development. The company describes its culture as collaborative and people-focused, emphasizing relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, growth, safety, sustainability, and operational excellence. Westwood was recognized in 2025 as #77 on ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms and received additional rankings for solar, battery storage, and wind design.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
Licensed Professional Civil Engineer in Wisconsin, or capable of obtaining licensure within six months.
At least 8 years of progressive design experience; the posting also identifies 8+ years of roadway design, DOT, and project management experience supporting design projects.
Outgoing, friendly, and approachable demeanor.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to manage staff and direct resources effectively.
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to manage design projects profitably.
Understanding of alternative delivery methods.
Extensive knowledge of geometric design and related design elements.
Knowledge and experience across the roadway project lifecycle, from preliminary studies through final design.
General construction knowledge and experience providing construction-phase services.
Track record of successfully winning and delivering projects.
Experience with accounts receivable, invoicing, and other duties involved in managing a design team.
Experience preparing proposals, scopes of work, and qualification packages.
Experience developing and implementing marketing pursuit strategies.
Ability to develop relationships with peers, clients, and public agency staff.
Ability to coach and motivate others.

Responsibilities

Manage the design and delivery of projects in a profitable manner.
Oversee technical aspects of multiple projects.
Supervise engineers and technical support personnel assigned to projects.
Develop project work plans and budget projections, and deploy resources effectively.
Review and act on business metrics, including utilization, backlog, work in process, and accounts receivable.
Prepare, maintain, and coordinate schedules for concurrent projects.
Develop and track milestones to support on-time and on-budget delivery.
Complete monthly project accounting and invoicing.
Implement and maintain quality assurance and quality control procedures.
Coordinate with other disciplines, support services, subconsultants, government agencies, utility providers, and other outside agencies.
Participate in contract bidding; provide limited construction observation; review submittals and requests for information; and resolve design conflicts and field construction issues.
Represent clients and the firm in meetings with governmental agencies.
Write proposals and participate in or lead interviews.
Grow, mentor, and train staff.
Build relationships internally and externally with clients and strategic partners.
Lead business development activities and develop marketing pursuit strategies.
Negotiate contract terms and conditions.
Ensure division, regional, and company values, policies, and practices are followed within the survey service.
Lead by example through sound judgment, professionalism, trust, honesty, and openness.