The Role
Lead the design and development of transportation infrastructure projects, manage multi-disciplined teams, and drive business development efforts.
Summary Generated by Built In
As a Senior Professional Engineer / Project Manager, you will lead projects for designing complex, safe, and efficient transportation infrastructure systems. This position will report to the Traffic & Planning Group Manager and will lead projects in the Greater Milwaukee market. Make an impact and grow your career with a dynamic team dedicated to excellence!
We take a “Seller-Doer” approach to business development. You will work closely with senior leaders throughout the Surface Transportation division to elevate our services and strengthen our reputation by shaping marketing strategies, nurturing relationships with clients and agency partners, identifying and tracking business opportunities, developing compelling proposals, and delivering impactful presentations and projects.
Our employee-owned, multi-disciplined team thrives on collaboration and innovation, ensuring every project is optimized for cost efficiency and risk mitigation. Join us to make a tangible difference in the communities we serve, while advancing your career in a supportive, hybrid work environment.
Hybrid Work Environment: Tuesday - Thursday In-Office | Monday & Friday WFH
Responsibilities
- Lead traffic related design and plan development (roundabouts, traffic signals, construction staging, maintenance of traffic, signing, striping, and lighting)
- Conduct analyses using simulation and modeling software
- Create production of plans, specifications and cost estimates
- Ensure project goals are met within time and budget constraints
- Establish work plans and staffing for project phases
- Coordinate activities of engineers, technicians, and production staff
- Prepare reports, specifications, and communications
- Collaborate with Surface Transportation Group Managers and Vice President of Surface Transportation to track prospective business opportunities and cross-sell multi-disciplined consulting services and contributing to the creation of annual business/market development plans
- Conduct client and internal meetings, and reviews with governing agencies
- Supervise design and technical development
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
- Registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Wisconsin
- Minimum of 10 years of related transportation experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience managing multi-disciplined projects; strong working knowledge of the project development process including coordination with other disciplines during design and construction
- Previous business development experience demonstrated by a track record of securing new project opportunities
- Experience in projects related to design and/or plan development for roundabouts, traffic signals, construction staging, maintenance of traffic, signing, striping, and lighting
- Strong working knowledge and previous experience with CADD software (MicroStation, AutoCAD, etc.)
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills; Ability to write descriptive and technically accurate specifications and reports; Ability to participate in or lead project team meetings and client consultations
Preferred Qualifications
- PTOE Certification or interest in attaining PTOE Certification
- Previous Design-Build experience
- Previous experience in developing and evaluating transportation system and corridor alternatives
- Previous experience with traffic operations analysis, forecasting, and modeling
- Working knowledge of traffic analysis software (Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, etc.)
- Professional registration in 2 or more states
Join Our 100% Employee-Owned Firm
At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430+ professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.
Comprehensive Benefits
Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses
HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan
401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year
Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.
*Pre-Employment Screening*
Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.
*Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies*
TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
- Registered as a Professional Engineer in Wisconsin
- Minimum of 10 years of related transportation experience
- Minimum of 5 years managing multi-disciplined projects
- Previous business development experience
- Experience with traffic signals and roundabout design
- Strong working knowledge of CADD software
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
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The Company
What We Do
TKDA is a 100 percent employee-owned firm established in 1910, providing comprehensive engineering, architecture, and planning services. The company serves public and private clients across the United States, focusing on four primary markets: Industrial and Manufacturing, Transportation, Buildings and Sites, and Water. With a commitment to quality, innovation, and safety, TKDA delivers integrated design solutions that help communities and businesses grow while meeting critical project timelines and budget constraints.
