Facilities Program Manager

Salary: $9,212.66 - $10,235.33 Monthly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2026-01579
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: Department of Transportation
Opening Date: 07/14/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Job Classification: TDST13


Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
WYDOT is launching a brand-new, high-impact leadership role to revolutionize how we manage our physical footprint. As the State Facilities Program Manager, you won't just maintain buildings, you will shape the future of Wyoming's transportation infrastructure.

This position offers the unique opportunity to build a functional area from the ground up. You will serve as the strategic visionary and operational powerhouse overseeing the planning, construction, and maintenance of WYDOT facilities across the entire state. From negotiating high-stakes contracts to implementing cutting-edge building technologies, you will ensure our infrastructure directly supports WYDOT's mission to provide a safe and high-yielding transportation system.

If you are a builder of teams, a master of complex projects portfolios, and a strategic thinker who thrives on autonomy, this is your sandbox.

This position offers:

• **$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
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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

• Leads and provides strategic guidance for the program's functional area of overseeing the management, planning, construction and maintenance of the Wyoming Department of Transportation's statewide facilities.
• Supervises and interacts with subordinate staff, responsible for personnel staffing, personnel issues, program organizational structure, position control, employee development, related training, hiring, firing, performance appraisals, and employee health and safety.
• Interviews and hires staff, assigns work, and evaluates performance.
• Confers with agency program managers and district staffs to discuss issues, philosophy, plans, coordinate activities, and resolve issues.
• Prepares information for and coordinates with other divisions to ensure the strategic goals of the department are met.
• Establishes, reviews, monitors, and revises performance measures to optimize staff and resources.
• Interacts and coordinates with a variety of stakeholders regarding strategic planning for the statewide facility needs.
• Recommends, reviews, and negotiates contractual agreements.
• Recommends and evaluates projects to ensure objectives are met and determines best practices.
• Develops program goals, objectives, and performance measures to align with WYDOT's mission, goals, vision, and balanced scorecard.
• Monitors program work activities to ensure goals are being met.
• Represents program/department at the local, departmental, state, regional, and national levels.
• Researches and develops activities related to departmental goals.
• Collaborates with all levels of the Department, other State agencies, federal agencies (USDOT, NHTSA, FHWA, FAA, etc.) public officials, and private corporations to coordinate activities, answer questions, resolve issues, and implement the use of new technologies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Department's operations.
• Oversees the coordination, developments and maintenances of the State Facilities Improvement Program.
• Develops, implements and maintains the program budget.
• Develops, mentors and coaches program staff.
• Complies with relevant federal and state laws, regulations and policies.
• Responsible for construction project management.
• Responsible for regularly monitoring and evaluating construction schedules, ensuring that schedules do not get off track.
• Review maintenance and work order requests for compliance with State Statute and Rule.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and require diligent time management.
• Manage and participate in post-construction reviews with contractors, subcontractors, architects, and consultants.
• Available for State Building Commission and Transportation Commission meetings.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference may be given to candidates with extensive project management experience. Including reading and understanding construction documents, project scheduling cost estimating, and computer skills.

**Agency requires that the successful applicant have a valid driver's license with the ability to travel significant distances.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Organizational skills for project planning, design, and construction.
• Understanding of property condition assessments, prioritization of projects, and both capital and major maintenance.
• Project design processes.
• Construction management processes and procedures.
• Construction means and methods.
• Construction cost modeling and estimating.
• Understanding of governmental management, accounting, procurement, and budgeting.
• OSHA standards, federal/state/local building and fire codes.
• Proficient computer skills, knowledge of project management, and scheduling software.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral mediums.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Construction Management)


Experience:

3-5 years of progressive work experience (in Construction Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Facility Manager


Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

May vary by agency
OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

6-8 years of progressive work experience (in Construction Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Facility Manager
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

May vary by agency
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Travel will be required with overnight stays away from the office.
• Work hours vary.
• Prolonging, sitting, standing, climbing, and walking on uneven or slippery terrain at construction and project sites will be required.
• Some observations at heights with temporary facilities, including roofs, are required.
• Many project sites have limited environmental controls, including dust, heat, cold, and other environmental challenges that are a part of project observations.

NOTES:

• FLSA: 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.
• This position will supervise the Facilities staff and projects located in Cheyenne, WY.
• Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
  • Acceptance of a permanent, full-time position posted for public recruitment.
  • Temporary employees accepting a full-time 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, and 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.

Supplemental Information
045- Department of Transportation - Chief Technology Officer - Facilities

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change; please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
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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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

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(TDST13) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Skilled Trades?Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: construction and maintenance of buildings and grounds, electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling, and carpentry, domestic water systems as well as sewage systems, grounds keeping and equipment repair, of auto and diesel mechanics, equipment repairs and small engine repairs, heavy and light equipment operation.

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Five (5) to less than six (6) years of relevant experience.
• Six (6) or more years of relevant experience.

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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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Do you have extensive project management experience including the ability to read and understand construction documents, project scheduling, cost estimating, and computer skills?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your experience below.
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Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to travel significant distances?

• Yes
• No

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(AA) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce services
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• State Employee
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Other

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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
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(AA) If you anwsered Other, please tell us where.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

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(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use 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 at have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question