Design Project Manager Jobs in Wisconsin
Design Project Manager jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where manufacturers, healthcare systems, and consumer goods companies drive steady hiring across product, interior, and UX design disciplines. Employers such as Kohler Co., Northwestern Mutual, and Epic Systems have built long-standing design and project management functions that regularly recruit at every level from associate project coordinator to senior program lead. Demand is particularly strong in industrial and product design management, digital experience delivery, and construction and facilities project coordination tied to Wisconsin's manufacturing base. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Help Shape the Future of Transportation at REI Engineering
REI Engineering is seeking an experienced WisDOT Transportation Design Project Manager to help lead and grow our transportation engineering services. This newly created role offers the opportunity to shape the future of our design transportation services while delivering impactful projects throughout Wisconsin.
We are looking for a motivated professional with the vision and initiative to expand client relationships, identify growth opportunities, and strengthen our WisDOT transportation design presence. Working alongside REI’s leadership team, you’ll help drive strategy, support business development, mentor staff, and contribute to the long-term success of this growing service area.
Why REI?
At REI, you’ll be part of a dedicated team where your work is visible, your input is valued, and your growth is supported. We are a multidisciplinary firm providing Civil Engineering, Land Planning & Surveying, Environmental Consulting, and Safety Compliance services across the region. Our team values honesty, respect, reliability, dedication, collaboration, and having fun while doing great work. If you’re looking for an opportunity to take ownership, expand your experience, and contribute to meaningful projects, REI offers the chance to do all three.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and manage WisDOT transportation design project scopes, schedules, budgets, and contracts
- Serve as the primary point of contact for municipal, county, state, and private-sector clients
- Lead WisDOT transportation design efforts for roadway, intersection, pedestrian, bicycle, and related infrastructure projects
- Coordinate project activities with internal staff, subconsultants, clients, & regulatory agencies
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineers, designers, and project staff
- Support business development activities, including client relationship management and proposal preparation
- Assist with strategic planning & growth initiatives for REI’s transportation design practice
- Ensure project quality, regulatory compliance, and adherence to REI’s quality control standards
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
- 10+ years of related experience in WisDOT Roadway Design
- Wisconsin Professional Engineer (PE)
- Demonstrated experience managing transportation, roadways, or municipal infrastructure design projects.
- Strong understanding of Wisconsin DOT standards, municipal processes, and transportation design principles.
- Experience developing and managing project budgets and schedules.
- Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel periodically for client meetings and project-related activities.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship
Our Benefits and Perks
We offer a supportive workplace and a benefits package designed to support your health, future, and work-life balance.
Our core benefits include:
- Health, life, dental, long-term disability, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Discretionary bonus program
- Flexible work environment
We also offer custom benefits, personal development opportunities, apparel, workday benefits, and additional perks. Visit the Perks at Work page in the Careers section of our website to learn more. https://reiengineering.com/rei-work-perks/
If you’re ready to grow your career with a team that values quality, collaboration, and practical problem-solving, we’d love to hear from you. Send your cover letter and resume to mail@REIengineering.com.
Help Shape the Future of Transportation at REI Engineering
REI Engineering is seeking an experienced WisDOT Transportation Design Project Manager to help lead and grow our transportation engineering services. This newly created role offers the opportunity to shape the future of our design transportation services while delivering impactful projects throughout Wisconsin.
We are looking for a motivated professional with the vision and initiative to expand client relationships, identify growth opportunities, and strengthen our WisDOT transportation design presence. Working alongside REI’s leadership team, you’ll help drive strategy, support business development, mentor staff, and contribute to the long-term success of this growing service area.
Why REI?
At REI, you’ll be part of a dedicated team where your work is visible, your input is valued, and your growth is supported. We are a multidisciplinary firm providing Civil Engineering, Land Planning & Surveying, Environmental Consulting, and Safety Compliance services across the region. Our team values honesty, respect, reliability, dedication, collaboration, and having fun while doing great work. If you’re looking for an opportunity to take ownership, expand your experience, and contribute to meaningful projects, REI offers the chance to do all three.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and manage WisDOT transportation design project scopes, schedules, budgets, and contracts
- Serve as the primary point of contact for municipal, county, state, and private-sector clients
- Lead WisDOT transportation design efforts for roadway, intersection, pedestrian, bicycle, and related infrastructure projects
- Coordinate project activities with internal staff, subconsultants, clients, & regulatory agencies
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineers, designers, and project staff
- Support business development activities, including client relationship management and proposal preparation
- Assist with strategic planning & growth initiatives for REI’s transportation design practice
- Ensure project quality, regulatory compliance, and adherence to REI’s quality control standards
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
- 10+ years of related experience in WisDOT Roadway Design
- Wisconsin Professional Engineer (PE)
- Demonstrated experience managing transportation, roadways, or municipal infrastructure design projects.
- Strong understanding of Wisconsin DOT standards, municipal processes, and transportation design principles.
- Experience developing and managing project budgets and schedules.
- Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel periodically for client meetings and project-related activities.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship
Our Benefits and Perks
We offer a supportive workplace and a benefits package designed to support your health, future, and work-life balance.
Our core benefits include:
- Health, life, dental, long-term disability, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Discretionary bonus program
- Flexible work environment
We also offer custom benefits, personal development opportunities, apparel, workday benefits, and additional perks. Visit the Perks at Work page in the Careers section of our website to learn more. https://reiengineering.com/rei-work-perks/
If you’re ready to grow your career with a team that values quality, collaboration, and practical problem-solving, we’d love to hear from you. Send your cover letter and resume to mail@REIengineering.com.
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What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in design project manager jobs across Wisconsin.
- Bachelor's degree in design, architecture, project management, or a closely related field
- PMP or CAPM certification recognized by the Project Management Institute
- Three or more years managing design projects from concept through final delivery
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Asana, Smartsheet, or Microsoft Project
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams across creative, engineering, and stakeholder groups
- Experience with design software environments such as Adobe Creative Suite or Autodesk platforms
Design Project Manager Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a design project manager in Wisconsin?
Most design project managers in Wisconsin enter the role through a bachelor's degree in graphic design, industrial design, architecture, or a related discipline combined with project coordination experience. Wisconsin does not require a state-issued license specifically for design project managers, but earning a Project Management Professional credential from the Project Management Institute is a widely recognized qualifier that Wisconsin employers in manufacturing, healthcare, and professional services consistently list as preferred or required.
How much do design project managers make in Wisconsin?
Design project managers in Wisconsin earn a median of about $97,580 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,840 for the lowest 10% to over $139,140 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire design project managers in Wisconsin?
Companies currently hiring design project managers in Wisconsin include Ayres Associates, TKDA, and Grunau, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Wisconsin's manufacturing heritage means many of these employers are looking for project managers with experience coordinating industrial, product, or environmental design work alongside engineering and operations teams.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most design project manager jobs?
Madison, Milwaukee, and Green Bay lead Wisconsin for design project manager openings. Milwaukee anchors the largest share given its concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, financial services firms, and healthcare systems, while Madison's technology sector and university-connected employers generate consistent demand, and Green Bay's manufacturing and consumer goods companies round out the distribution with roles tied to product and packaging design management.
Are there remote design project manager jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, and more than many fields, since design project management is primarily a coordination and communication role that can be performed from anywhere with reliable software access. About 25% of design project manager openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting employer flexibility across the state. The tasks most commonly handled remotely include timeline management, stakeholder communication, and design review workflows, while on-site presence is more often required during installation, fabrication, or client presentation phases.
How can I get hired as a design project manager in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a design project coordinator or design operations role from an adjacent position such as graphic designer, design technician, or marketing coordinator. Large Wisconsin employers including Kohler Co., American Family Insurance, and Aurora Health Care hire associate-level project coordinators who grow into project management with time. Building a portfolio that documents how you have organized creative work, met deadlines, and communicated with stakeholders carries more weight than years of experience, and pursuing a CAPM credential from the Project Management Institute signals readiness to hiring managers at Wisconsin firms.
Where can I find and apply to design project manager jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to design project manager jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your background, specialization, and preferred location within the state, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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