Project Development Engineer

• Directly supervises, mentors, and manages principal engineers and team leaders for Project Development Road Design Teams, the Utilities Section, Design Support Section, and the Design Quality Review Section
• Collaborates with the other project development engineer to evaluate workload of Road Design Teams, make adjustments, and assign design projects accordingly
• Monitors the Utilities Section to ensure regulations and policies are followed regarding utilities within the statewide rights-of-way
• Provides guidance to the Design Support Section in providing consistent design and drafting standards for the delivery of highway projects
• Oversees the Design Quality Review Section in delivering consistent, high quality highway construction documents for bid letting
• Writes various reports
• Conducts reconnaissance inspections either directly or through the use of consultants
• Prepares and executes annual budget for Project Development
• Serves on the AASHTO Committee on Design
• Coordinates with other programs and districts to address issues and improve efficiency
• Monitors design progress of the design teams, assist them with issues and problems
• Attends PCS meetings for the review of projects under design within each District
• reports on the status of individual projects
• Reviews and approves special provisions
• Monitors preliminary engineering expenditures on projects
• Holds monthly design team meetings
• Conducts and coordinates annual training for design teams
• Attends and participates in public meetings
• Assists with informational requests from executive staff and legislature
• Attends periodic workshops and training to increase skills and knowledge

• Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering)
• 4-6 years of progressive work experience (in Engineering) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Staff Engineer
• Professional Engineer's (PE) License Required at time of hire - (Wyoming PE required within one year of hire date.)
• Knowledge of WYDOT's policies and procedures
• Knowledge of WYDOT's plan development process
• Knowledge of the Standard Specifications for Road & Bridge Construction
• Knowledge of the WYDOT Road Design Manual, AASHTO Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets, AASHTO Roadside Design Guide, and WYDOT Design Guides
• Knowledge of federal and state rules and policies governing highway design and operations
• Ability to deal with difficult people and situations
• Must have strong communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain good relationships
• In-state and out-of-state travel required

Preference will be given to candidates with road design and/or road construction experience

• $2000.00 Hiring Bonus
• Relocation Assistance
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities