Engineering Executive - Long Range Building Program

State of Montana•Helena, MT

About The Position

The Architecture & Engineering Division of the Montana Department of Administration is seeking an experienced, collaborative leader to oversee the division and administer the State’s Long-Range Building Program (LRBP), as well as federal grants for statewide broadband infrastructure deployment. The role provides strategic leadership for statewide facility strategy, capital investments, and public infrastructure. The Engineering Executive leads a multidisciplinary division responsible for capital project delivery, long-range facility planning, facility assessments, energy and building performance initiatives, and specialized infrastructure programs. The position establishes priorities and performance expectations, builds partnerships with state agencies, legislators, consultants, and private-sector stakeholders, and represents the division in legislative and public settings. The role promotes data-driven decisions, innovation, transparency, and stewardship of public resources across facility planning, design, construction, and energy management. The position reports directly to the Director of the Department of Administration. It remains open until filled, with an initial candidate review scheduled for November 23, 2026. A criminal background check is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
At least five years of progressively responsible experience in architecture, engineering, or construction management, including supervisory leadership.
Demonstrated knowledge of building systems, construction practices, contracts, and project financing.
Professional licensure as an Architect or Engineer.
Ability to provide strategic leadership, vision, and direction for statewide building and infrastructure programs.
Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, and policies related to public construction and capital development.
Ability to build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups, including government, legislative, and private-sector partners.
Ability to lead complex, multi-program operations while balancing competing priorities.
Ability to communicate effectively in executive, public, and legislative settings, including testimony.
Ability to identify emerging issues and trends and develop proactive strategies.
Ability to navigate politically sensitive issues with sound judgment and discretion.
Ability to develop and manage budgets, programs, and organizational priorities.
Submit a resume and cover letter. The cover letter should describe talents and experience successfully leading construction and design professionals within a large organization.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the Architecture & Engineering Division and administration of the State’s Long-Range Building Program.
Administer federal grants for statewide deployment of broadband infrastructure.
Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team responsible for capital project delivery, facility assessments, energy initiatives, and statewide infrastructure programs.
Establish vision, priorities, and performance expectations for statewide building programs and capital investments.
Build and maintain partnerships with state agencies, legislators, consultants, and private-sector stakeholders.
Oversee development and execution of the Long-Range Building Program, prioritizing projects based on facility condition data, building performance, and long-term asset value.
Support and influence legislation related to state facilities, capital development, and infrastructure programs, and represent the division in legislative settings.
Promote data-driven decision-making, innovation, and best practices in facility planning, design, construction, and energy management.
Ensure effective management of capital construction, facility condition assessments, energy initiatives, and grant-funded infrastructure efforts.
Serve as a public-facing leader and advocate for the division, maintaining transparency and stewardship of public resources.
Develop and manage budgets, programs, and organizational priorities.
Lead staff of construction and design professionals within a large organization.