State of Wisconsin

Civil Engineer Transportation Advanced - Project Manager - $3,000 sign on bonus

State of Wisconsin$92K — $116K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid Professional Engineering registration with the ability to obtain Wisconsin PE registration within 3 months if licensed elsewhere.

Responsibilities

  • Manage design and construction of highway improvement projects.
  • Oversee project scoping, scheduling, and budgeting.
  • Ensure overall project quality during all phases.
  • Provide resources and advisory support to project leaders.
  • Serve as a construction and/or design leader on complex projects up to 50% of the time.
  • Advise and coach team members on project-related tasks.

Benefits

  • $3,000 sign-on bonus for new applicants without prior state service in the last five years.
  • Excellent benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.
  • Opportunities for independent travel throughout the Northwest Region and occasional statewide travel.
  • Support for obtaining Wisconsin Professional Engineer registration.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

This position functions within the Project Development section of a transportation region performing the highest degree of independent discretion and judgment, civil engineering duties on transportation improvement projects in both the construction and design phases. Under general supervision, this position manages activities on a multiple/variety of projects including those of a highly complex nature for continuity in both design and construction phases. This position serves as a resource and advisor to the project leaders. For less than 50% of the time this position may also perform as a construction and/or design leader directing major complex projects and assists the team by advising and coaching team members on projects.

The essential functions of this job are to function as a project manager in the design and construction of highway improvement projects. The project manager has primary responsibility for scoping, scheduling, budgeting, and for overall project quality.

To view the complete position description, email Sonam Lhanze at [email protected]

Salary Information

This position is in schedule-range 14-13 with an annual salary of $92,768 - $114,483, plus an additional $2,080/year for the Professional Engineer License and excellent benefits.

A twelve-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

A $3,000 sign-on bonus applies to those who do not have any prior permanent full-time state service in the last five years and agree to remain in the position for one year. The $3,000 will be paid on the first paycheck.

Job Details

This position requires the ability to independently travel throughout the Northwest Region as well as occasional statewide travel.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must have the following at the time of application:

  • A valid Professional Engineering registration and be able to obtain a Wisconsin PE registration within 3 months if PE registration is from another state


How To Apply

Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

This application only requires you to submit a resume. Within your resume, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to the items listed in the "Qualifications" section of the job announcement. A letter of qualifications is not required nor will be accepted. Your application materials are very important part of your application and is used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in your resume, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page and review method 2 for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Sonam Lhanze at [email protected]

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be reviewed on a biweekly basis starting on Wednesday, July 29th, 2026, until the position is filled. Applications must be received by 11:59 PM on the day prior to the review date to be considered for that biweekly review period.

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