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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a project professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Project Professional, you need strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and risk assessment, often supported by a relevant degree and experience. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana, and certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2, is typically required. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate teams and manage stakeholder expectations effectively. These abilities are crucial for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the desired quality standards.

What is the difference between Project Professional vs Project Coordinator?

AspectProject ProfessionalProject Coordinator
CertificationsPMP, CAPM, or similar project management certificationsTypically no formal certifications required, but some may have CAPM or similar
Work EnvironmentLeads projects, manages teams, responsible for planning and executionSupports project teams, handles administrative tasks, assists in scheduling
ResponsibilitiesDevelops project plans, manages resources, monitors progressCoordinates meetings, updates documentation, tracks project activities

Project Professionals focus on managing and leading projects, requiring certifications and strategic oversight. Project Coordinators support these efforts through administrative and logistical tasks. Both roles are essential in project management but differ in scope and responsibilities.

How does a project professional typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project lifecycle?

As a Project Professional, you'll regularly work with cross-functional teams that may include engineers, designers, marketers, and stakeholders. Effective collaboration involves facilitating clear communication, organizing regular status meetings, and ensuring everyone is aligned on project goals and deadlines. You'll often be responsible for resolving conflicts, managing expectations, and integrating feedback from various departments. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and adaptability to coordinate diverse perspectives and keep the project on track.

What is a project professional?

Project Professionals are individuals who specialize in planning, executing, and overseeing projects within an organization. They are responsible for ensuring that projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget, while meeting the desired objectives. Project Professionals can include project managers, coordinators, and other roles that use project management methodologies and tools to guide teams and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Their work is essential in industries such as construction, IT, healthcare, and more, ensuring efficient and successful project delivery.

What are the most commonly searched types of Project jobs in Appleton, WI?

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Infographic showing various Project Professional job openings in Appleton, WI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Project Engineer, Aviation

WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES INC

Appleton, WI

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Westwood Professional Services rating

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Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Description

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Aviation service team in Appleton, Wisconsin or Madison, Wisconsin. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.


Our ideal candidate will have 3+ years of diverse roadway design experience. Candidates must have a willingness to perform a variety of tasks supporting various project types and project managers.


This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with an energetic aviation staff on a range of projects, including airport planning, airfield layout and design, safety plans, airfield civil design and construction, facilities design and infrastructure, and environmental studies. Westwood's Aviation group has a diversified range of projects that require preparing a variety of civil engineering and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) planning reports, studies, and plans for large, complex projects in a timely and proficient manner to produce solutions that support our clients' success.


Requirements

  • Work as a key member of a design team under the direction of various Project Managers. Job duties may include, but are not limited to:
  • Work with a team in the preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects of various size and complexity
  • Prepare plan documents and supporting design calculations
  • Prepare detailed construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Produce high quality work and implement and maintain quality assurance procedures
  • Oversee the technical aspects of various projects
  • Coordinate with other disciplines, support services and subconsultants
  • Coordinate with government agencies, utility providers or other outside agencies
  • Coordinate with Clients depending on project role.
  • Identify applicable codes, standards or other design requirements
  • Prepare technical specifications and cost estimates
  • Perform field reviews and other assessments for use in design
  • Participate in contract bidding, provide limited observation during construction, review submittals and RFIs
  • Represent clients and firm in meetings with governmental agencies
  • Develop and track milestones to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery
  • Make decisions independently in regard to various issues and methods
  • Prioritize and manage own workload 
  • Mentor, train and/or supervise the work of less experienced engineers and/or technical support personnel
  • Ensures division, regional, and company values, policies and practices are consistently followed within the survey service
  • Lead by example - display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism

Required Skills

  • Working knowledge of aviation planning, programming, design and construction is a plus.
  • Preferred candidate will have working experience with FAA Advisory Circulars and an understanding of Bureau of Aeronautics policies and procedures. 
  • Outgoing, friendly, approachable
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
  • Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet project deadlines
  • Detail-oriented with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Proficient in Autodesk Civil3D, MicroStation, and Microsoft Office applications
  • Proficient in the use of national design standards (MUTCD, AASHTO, etc.)
  • Proficient in applying ADA/PROWAG criteria in public infrastructure design
  • Competent technical skills required to complete engineering tasks
  • Ability to delegate assignments and determine methods and procedures

Qualifications:

  • BS in Civil Engineering 
  • Licensed Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in Wisconsin (or capable of obtaining within 6 months)
  • 3+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering preferred

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.


Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.


We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.


We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.


Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.


Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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