Project Delivery Project Manager

Project Manager

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Project Manager for highway design projects for the Program Performance team. This position is responsible for providing project management oversight to assigned Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) projects for WYDOT. This position will serve as a coordinator between WYDOT programs and collect, analyze and implement best practices for program improvement and project management. This position will also assist in the day to day operations of the Program Performance team.

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**$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

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The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Monitor, analyze, and forecast complex project schedules. Align project timelines with WYDOT policies and statewide priorities, ensuring milestones are hit through sharp project management and proactive communication.
• Analyze complex data to map out precise activity durations, resource needs, and critical paths. This information is the blueprint to successfully execute massive highway design projects.
• Act as the liaison between WYDOT Headquarters and District offices by keeping project teams aligned, informed, and moving in the same direction regarding project status, schedules, and resource needs.
• Standardize workflows by identifying goals and training strategies for statewide software users. Design training classes, online modules, and job aids for software and reporting needs of WYDOT Headquarters and District offices.
• Drive continuous improvement by drafting and implementing smarter program processes and procedural updates to make the workflow more efficient.

Knowledge:

• Experience coordinating and executing organizational plans within an engineering environment, focusing on teamwork and smooth operations.
• Strong understanding of the State of Wyoming Personnel Rules, serving as a resource to integrate these guidelines into daily activities.
• The ability to take theoretical best practices and turn them into actionable, real-world strategic outcomes.
• Skilled at bridging communication gaps and collaborating effectively with a diverse network, including outside agencies, public partners, program managers, engineers, technicians, and IT experts.
• An active listener who asks thoughtful follow-up questions to understand challenges, with the comfort level needed to guide large group discussions toward a shared goal.
• A positive, team-oriented mindset with a proven ability to develop strong professional relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills that make complex ideas easy to understand for both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with everyday office tools (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace), project scheduling software, document management systems, and basic database reporting.
• Highly organized with the self-motivation to manage multiple priorities, make confident independent decisions, and easily adopt new technologies.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Business)

Experience: 0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Policy & Planning Analyst I OR Education & Experience Substitution: 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Policy & Planning Analyst I

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

FLSA: Non-Exempt

The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.

E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus:

• Acceptance of a permanent full-time non-exempt/exempt position posted for public recruitment
• Temporary employees accepting a full-time or part-time permanent position.
• Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
• One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive; funds will be recouped from final pay.
• Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
• Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
• If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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