Civil Engineering Project Manager
About the role
Fehr Graham is a fast-growing Midwest engineering and environmental firm looking for a motivated and experienced Project Manager to ensure our projects are successful. You will provide essential technical guidance and administrative services while facilitating efficient, profitable and timely project execution.
The position is based in our Sheboygan, WI, office. At Fehr Graham, we believe in work-life balance, and that includes injecting a healthy dose of fun into everything we do.
Responsibilities
As the primary contact for our clients, you’ll play a key role in business development, from proposal preparation and presentations to maintaining client relationships and supporting public relations efforts. Your responsibilities will include:
- Business Development & Client Growth: Develop and expand relationships with municipalities, local agencies, and public/private sector clients
- Identify and pursue new project opportunities
- Lead proposal development, presentations, and client meetings
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of municipal work
- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and position the firm for long-term partnerships
- Project Management & Delivery: Manage the planning, design, and execution of engineering projects
- Oversee scope, schedule, and budget to ensure successful delivery
- Coordinate internal teams across disciplines
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle
- Ensure compliance with permitting and regulatory requirements
- Leadership & Strategy: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff
- Support strategic growth initiatives in the municipal market
- Contribute to revenue growth through project delivery and new client acquisition
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- 10+ years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on municipal infrastructure
- Background working with a consulting firm or municipality
- Proven experience in business development, client management, or winning work
- Strong understanding of municipal systems (water, wastewater, stormwater, roadways)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to obtain)
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to operate independently and drive growth
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary of $110,000 - $140,000 per year, we also offer:
- Medical/life/disability insurance
- 401K profit-sharing plan
- Paid time off
- An awesome work environment