Construction Department Manager

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary, and being honored as one of the 2026 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

We represent municipal clients in the management and observation of activities related to Wastewater, Water, Transportation and Infrastructure construction, start-up, and operation of municipal water distribution and wastewater collections system projects throughout Southeastern Wisconsin and in Northern Illinois Counties.

Types of projects include: Water Main, Water Pumping and Booster Stations, Wastewater Treatment Plants and Lift Stations, Roadway and Parking lot resurfacing or reconstruction, Storm Water Collection and Distribution Systems, and associated pipelines and structures. Projects will require services ranging from several weeks to several years in duration, with variable schedules and/or hours, and will be located at one of our construction project sites.

• →Conduct on-site observation of work, repairs, and testing, as needed.
• →Recommend alterations to development and design to improve the quality of projects.
• →Manage and mentor staff assigned to you on project skills and job expectations.
• →Manage multiple small and large projects successfully.
• →Monitor progress schedule and shop drawings.
• →Provide general civil engineering and municipal client service.
• →Requires effective communication, both oral and written, with residents, businesses, and public agency representatives.
• →Resolve construction conflicts and prepare cost-effective solutions.
• →Endeavor to provide protection for owner against defects and deficiencies in the work.
• →Serve as liaison with contractor, working principally through contractor’s superintendent.
• →Maintain job site records of Daily Reports, job meeting minutes, approved shop drawing submittals, and pay requests.
• →Maintain records of time, equipment, and material needs for any changes in the work that may result in a change order. Review and request adjustments of compensation and/or contract time.
• →Prepare payment estimates.
• →Address resident complaints and concerns.
• →Coordinate with the contractor and other duties as needed or assigned.

• →15+ years’ experience in construction or municipal work.
• →Sufficient computer and smartphone skills for file access, use, and effective operation and communication.
• →Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s service area (own transportation).
• →Ability to independently handle a variety of ongoing tasks and responsibilities.
• →Strong written, verbal, computer and organizational skills.
• →Work within a team-first culture that encourages individual development and accomplishment of goals

• B.S. degree in Civil/Construction Engineering from an accredited program.

• PE License preferred.