Transportation Project Manager - Wisconsin

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Transportation Project Manager to support and grow our transportation practice in Madison/Middleton, Wisconsin. This role offers the opportunity to lead the planning, design, and delivery of impactful transportation infrastructure projects that improve mobility and connectivity across the region. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting an established team, managing ongoing project work, and helping deliver high quality solutions for state and local transportation clients. This position provides the opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and contribute to the continued growth of AECOM’s transportation presence in Wisconsin.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage transportation projects from planning and design through delivery, ensuring schedule, budget, and quality objectives are achieved.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships with state and local transportation agencies.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams including roadway, traffic, structural, drainage, and environmental specialists.
• Support project pursuits, including proposal preparation, scope development, and cost estimating.
• Oversee technical design development for roadway and highway projects in accordance with applicable standards and client requirements
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff.
• Review engineering calculations, design plans, specifications, and technical reports.
• Monitor project performance and proactively manage risks, scope changes, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with regional leadership to support team growth and delivery of transportation programs in Wisconsin.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS + 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education 

Preferred Qualifications

• Client relationships and business development experience
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering 
• 10 + years of progressive experience designing and delivering projects  
• Wisconsin PE or ability to obtain a PE within 6 months of employment
• Experience as project manager or lead roadway engineer on WISDOT projects 

Additional Information

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.