District Projects Engineer - Butte
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- 25141126 Requisition #
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- 3 days ago Post Date
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for District Projects Engineer in Butte. The position plans, manages, and monitors a variety of major highway preconstruction engineering projects within the District; resolves in-progress problems related to design of highway construction projects; provides expert guidance and technical assistance on a range of design project issues to MDT staff and local, county, and tribal government officials; and administers various preconstruction contracts. The position reports to the District Preconstruction Engineer, and manages preconstruction staff in the district.
For a full job description, please contact Michaela Cortright at mcortright@mt.gov.
Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:
· Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
· Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
· Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
· Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
· State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
· Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
· Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
· Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
· Benefits apply on first day of employment
· Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values
Required Application Materials:
· A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
· A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.
- Proof of licensure.
Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”
If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.
Required Education and Experience:
· Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
· Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in transportation project development.
· One (1) year of supervisor or team lead experience.
· Registration as a Professional Engineer in Montana is required.
This agency may use a training assignment. To be eligible for a training assignment you must be able to reach the minimum qualifications of this position within one (1) year. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
· This position requires extensive knowledge of the concepts, theories, and applications of civil engineering; highway design and construction; project planning and management; and MDT and FHWA design standards and procedures. This position requires knowledge of the methods and practices of right-of-way acquisition; utility relocation; traffic engineering; road design; materials properties, specifications, and test methods; highway economic, safety, and efficiency issues; transportation planning, design, and highway construction processes; applicable state and federal regulations; construction safety practices; and contract administration. Staff management responsibilities require a working knowledge of employment law, collective bargaining agreements, program requirements, and personnel management practices and techniques.
· This position requires outstanding, specialized skills in budgeting; project management; reading and interpreting complex plans, specifications, and contract documents; drawing conclusions and making recommendations; assessing construction plans and projects; communication, public and tribal relations and negotiation; developing and administering a variety of diverse projects and functions; and developing alternatives and solutions for complex engineering problems.
Other Information
This position reports to the Butte Office, alternate work locations will not be considered.
The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.
