Transportation Project Manager

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with an employee-owned firm that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth? Mead & Hunt is seeking a highly motivated Transportation Project Manager to join our growing Transportation team in Wisconsin. In this role, you'll lead impactful transportation projects, build lasting client relationships, and help develop the next generation of engineering talent.

Whether you're managing complex roadway improvements, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, or serving as a trusted advisor to clients, you'll be empowered to make a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

At Mead & Hunt, we put people first. Our employee-owned culture is built on doing the right thing, supporting one another, and creating opportunities for employees to grow and succeed. We believe in flexibility, community involvement, and fostering relationships that last throughout our careers.

This position can sit in our Madison, WI; Green Bay, WI; Eau Claire WI; La Crosse, WI; or West Allis, WI office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take charge of delivering impactful transportation projects for WisDOT, county, municipal, and public-sector clients.
• Inspire and lead a talented team as you plan, design, and develop innovative transportation solutions.
• Showcase your expertise by preparing and reviewing reports, studies, specifications, construction documents, cost estimates, and other critical technical deliverables.
• Collaborate closely with clients, regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and diverse project teams throughout every stage of project development and delivery.
• Build lasting client partnerships and proactively identify new opportunities for collaboration and professional growth.
• Drive project success by monitoring financial performance, managing resources, and ensuring timely, high-quality completion.
• Uphold the highest standards by overseeing quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) processes and ensuring compliance with all relevant engineering standards and regulations.
• Provide visionary technical leadership, mentorship, and career development support for our engineering and technical staff.
• Play an active role in business development, participate in client meetings, prepare compelling proposals, attend interviews, and help pursue exciting new projects.
• Network with industry organizations and take part in professional activities to strengthen relationships and promote Mead & Hunt’s leading-edge transportation services.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in civil engineering.
• At least eight years of progressive, hands-on experience in the industry.
• A valid PE license from any state, with readiness to secure Wisconsin licensure within six months of joining our team.

We are seeking candidates who meet any or all of the following qualifications:

• Experience managing projects with WisDOT.
• Proven leadership in highway engineering design utilizing WisDOT Civil 3D for plan development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams preparing plans and specifications.
• Skilled at coordinating with multiple stakeholders, including state Departments of Transportation.
• Strong client management capabilities.
• Possession of a Wisconsin Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Why Mead & Hunt?

• Strong Company Culture
• Robust Career Advancement, Training, & Growth Opportunities
• Employee-Owned Firm
• Flexible Schedules
• Diverse Skillsets, One Company
• Impressive Benefits Package

Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, a 401K plan with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program. 

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening requirements. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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