Civil Engineering Project Manager

Join Crawford, Murphy & Tilly (CMT) and become part of a team with a 75-year legacy of innovation and impact. We’re a full-service design consulting firm dedicated to transforming our communities with airports, transportation, water systems, stormwater management, and land development projects. We’re looking for a talented Project Manager to join our Aviation civil engineering team in Milwaukee, WI or Chicago/Aurora, IL. The selected candidate will have demonstrated leadership qualities, the ability to work as a team member or independently, the capacity to learn new skills and areas of expertise, and the desire to assist in establishing and growing our aviation business within a new market. This is a unique opportunity to grow and lead our national aviation capabilities in a new geographic market.

At CMT, you’ll be surrounded by engineers, planners, and design experts who are passionate about shaping the future. We value leadership, adaptability, and a willingness to dive into new challenges. If you’re ready to grow your expertise, work collaboratively or independently, and contribute to meaningful projects, we want to hear from you! Join us and help build the future of our communities with CMT.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Planning, design, and construction of civil & transportation projects
• Perform and lead design tasks or projects including supervising and directing of junior staff
• Typical projects require the preparation of bidding documents (plans & specifications) including horizontal and vertical layout, site development, grading, drainage, pavement design, marking, signage, erosion control, coordination with other disciplines, water & sanitary utilities, quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and construction scheduling
• Support the client manager in providing service to and developing relationships with existing aviation clients
• Perform project management and coordination of multi-disciplined tasks necessary to implement projects for clients in our aviation group
• Perform, assist, or oversee construction-related tasks including on-site construction observation and project engineering
• Assist in business development activities including prospective client outreach, submittal preparation, and community engagement

Position Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required. A Master’s degree in advanced studies will be recognized in the evaluation process
• Minimum 5 years of civil engineering experience with demonstrated technical design & construction expertise in transportation, civil site development, and civil infrastructure projects including geometric design, grading, drainage, pavements, utilities, quantities, engineering reports, and specifications. Aviation experience is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills will be preferred
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Illinois and/or Wisconsin is required
• Previous business development experience preferred
• Staff development, supervision, and/or management experience preferred
• Demonstrated skills and a working knowledge of AutoCAD for use in civil & site design projects
• Skill using Civil 3D for site modeling, design, and analysis is preferred
• Interest in experiencing a variety of assignments is important
• Must be willing to accept periodic out-of-town travel assignments to meet project demands
• Acceptable driving record and valid driver’s license

Who is CMT?

CMT is recognized as a leader in delivering solutions across the entire infrastructure lifecycle, providing our clients with services across the spectrum of planning, design, construction, technology, and funding strategy. We design roads, bridges, and trails that connect people together, and we devise solutions that provide clean water for people and the environment. We also design sites and buildings, as well as solve complex challenges at some of the biggest airports in the country. For over 75 years, our team of engineers, planners, and consultants has delivered a trademark brand of excellence and value to those we serve.

CMT has been honored as the Top Engineering Design Firm in the Midwest by Engineering News Record and was recently named among Zweig Group’s “Best Firms to Work For.” CMT’s success has been a direct result of enabling our people to pursue their passions and grow as professionals, while also maintaining an appropriate work-life balance centered around flexibility. Through innovation and a passionate pursuit of excellence, our team of engineers, planners and other related design professionals are driven to help our clients achieve the highest value possible for the infrastructure they build and manage. Together we work to make our communities more livable and sustainable. A firm with approximately 500 employees and 25 offices in 9 states, CMT is growing fast and continuously creating opportunities for our employees.

CMT is committed to individual opportunity and the professional development of our employees. This position offers an opportunity to take that next step helping reach your career goals and personal potential.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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Equal Employer Opportunity including individuals with disability and protected veterans

Visa sponsorship is available for this position.