Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

The AECOM team is actively seeking a highly motivated Wisconsin Construction Project Leader, with openings in the Milwaukee, Middleton, and Stevens Point, Wisconsin offices. The Construction Project Leader will oversee a wide variety of highway, bridge, and municipal projects for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and local clients. If you have a passion for construction, this position offers tremendous growth and professional development.

The Wisconsin Construction Project Leader will have a background in the Construction Management/Construction Engineering & Inspection (CM/CEI) industry. They will directly oversee their projects and team members in their local WisDOT Region. They will provide strategic planning and delivery on key project needs and initiatives. Directly manage projects and team members to ensure quality, schedules, and budgets are in accordance with AECOM and client policy. The Construction Project Leader will have the ability to hire, mentor, and expand their team’s experience, client base, and range. They will collaborate with clients and other Construction Project Leaders and acts as a liaison between management and clients on multi-disciplined projects. In addition, the CM Leader will:

• Prepare and deliver proposals required to win the work.
• Recognize opportunities for strategic growth and build and lead teams to meet these opportunities.
• Collaborate and build relationships with both internal and external clients including industry associations and other consultant teams.
• Under limited supervision, conducts work requiring independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria.
• Is fully competent in most aspects of the job.
• Works on projects of substantial complexity.
• May assume lead responsibilities for a team of engineers and professional support personnel.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree plus six (6) years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid DMV license.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test and be subject to pre-employment Motor Vehicle Record Screening.
• Past experience and selected as a Construction Project Leader for WisDOT projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or equivalent.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Wisconsin.
• WisDOT and Local project and client management experience as well as proven success managing multiple concurrent projects.

Additional Information

• Due to the nature of work, US citizenship is required.

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $83,574.00 - $154,627.20.

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 2024. 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.

ReqID: J10131216

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Construction

Work Location Model: On-Site

Compensation: USD 83574 - USD 154627.2 - yearly