Alternative Project Engineer

State of Montana • Helena, MT

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting an Alternative Project Engineer to manage the development and completion of multiple concurrent, complex, multidisciplinary transportation alternative delivery projects involving multiple firms. The role develops, directs, and monitors diverse statewide projects and develops, negotiates, executes, and administers Design-Build (DB), Progressive Design-Build (PDB), Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC), and Independent Cost Estimator (ICE) contracts. The position may also manage or assist with consultant design projects through MDT’s Transportation Alternatives and/or Consultant Plans Sections.

The position is based in Helena, although candidates in other locations may be considered case by case. A potential hybrid remote work arrangement is available. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, five years of progressively responsible experience in project planning, design, or construction, at least one year of supervision or team lead experience, and a Montana Professional Engineer license. DBIA certification is preferred.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience including project planning, design, or construction.
• At least one year of supervision or team lead experience.
• Montana Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Extensive knowledge of civil engineering theory, principles, methods, and techniques for transportation project design and construction.
• Knowledge of state and federal contracting procedures; technical and legal documentation standards; negotiation and conflict management principles; and MDT’s internal organization and functions.
• Ability to develop and manage diverse projects and apply analysis and professional judgment to reach conclusions and make recommendations.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, motivate peers, and contribute to a positive work culture.
• A driver’s record will be verified; successful applicants must sign a release authorizing the Department to obtain permanent driving records.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required if selected for hire.

Nice To Haves

• DBIA certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and complete multiple concurrent, complex, multidisciplinary transportation-related alternative delivery projects.
• Develop, direct, and monitor diverse and complex projects statewide.
• Develop, negotiate, execute, and administer Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, Construction Manager/General Contractor, and Independent Cost Estimator contracts statewide.
• Manage or assist in managing consultant design projects through MDT’s Transportation Alternatives and/or Consultant Plans Sections.
• Develop and manage diverse projects, applying analysis and professional judgment to draw conclusions and make recommendations.
• Demonstrate leadership by recognizing and initiating activities to accomplish objectives, motivating peers, and helping maintain a positive work culture.

Benefits

• 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 through deferred compensation.
• Overtime compensation or compensatory time for time in pay status over 40 hours in a workweek.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness.
• Benefits apply on the first day of employment.
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer.
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior