Civil Engineer - Project Construction Lead

We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team! As an employee‑owned company, our people are our central asset, and we are dedicated to making sure our professionals have every opportunity to thrive. Our transportation division is looking for a confident and accountable transportation construction engineer who has the skill set to serve as a resident engineer, oversee multiple projects, represent our clients, and collaborate with construction contractors.

• Take the lead in successfully identifying, marketing, and winning transportation construction management projects from clients including WisDOT, counties, municipalities, and private sector clients.
• Assist with the preparation and negotiation of contract documents.
• Serve as resident engineer for transportation related construction projects.
• Manage clients.
• Manage projects and support staff overseeing the completion of all project work, ensuring that the work is produced on schedule, profitably, and in conformance with the quality standards of the company and contractual requirements.
• Build and maintain respectful working relationships with fellow employee owners and leaders within the company.
• Support and participate in the development and mentorship of staff.
• Perform construction engineering duties that include field layout of projects, quantity verification, record keeping, contractor pay estimate and contract modification preparation, construction meetings, materials acceptance and testing, finals, QA/QC processes, and general inspection.
• Assist with the design and plan production of transportation related projects.
• Actively engage in local, statewide, and/or national professional organizations.
• Participate in office‑wide social events.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering with an emphasis in transportation or related field.
• 4 to 10 years of construction experience on roads and/or bridges.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability to walk over uneven terrain and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to operate independently and to work well in team environments.
• Experience with WisDOT project development process, construction observation, and materials testing for WisDOT projects.
• Certification in WisDOT Highway Technician Program credentials desirable.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in AASHTOWare Project, Civil3D, and other transportation engineering software.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability and life insurance.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.