HIGHWAY DESIGN PROJECT MANAGER

HIGHWAY DESIGN PROJECT MANAGER (Job ID: 53794)

State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Highway Design, has a full-time vacancy for a Highway Design Project Manager.

Manages and administers professional and technical personnel to design highway and bridge projects in accordance with the policies, goals and procedures of the Department of Transportation, Division of Project Development.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Master’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering, or possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering and possession of a Master of Business Administration degree from an accredited institute of higher education
• Experience: Three (3) years of experience in civil engineering post Professional Engineer licensure.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering.
• Experience: Five (5) years of experience in civil engineering post Professional Engineer licensure.
• Education: Associate’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education, with a major study in engineering or engineering technology.
• Experience: Seven (7) years of experience in civil Engineering post Professional Engineer licensure.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure with designation in Civil, Civil Highway, Geo Technical or Structural Engineering.
• Valid driver’s license or access to transportation.
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

None

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a NH Professional Engineer within 12 months of hire.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available: No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: No

Criteria: None

DISCLAIMER

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages multi-disciplined engineering teams during the design phase of highway and bridge projects to formulate a strategy that will ensure timely and coordinated project development.
• Represents the Department at public meetings, hearings, court actions and discussions with public officials, private individuals and other agencies to present, receive and evaluate information related to highway and bridge projects.
• Administers agreements with consulting engineering firms, including authorizing payments and negotiating fees for amended agreements, to ensure compliance with the provisions of the agreement.
• Represents Bureau Administrator or Chief Project Manager by serving in their absence to provide continual administrative and managerial coverage within the division of Project Development.
• Advises the Commissioners and Directors through special assignments and committee work in matters establishing department and division policies and programs.
• Conducts coordinating activities to ensure consistent interpretation and enactment of department policy.
• Advises the Bureau of Construction in the resolution of conflicts which arise during the construction phase of highway and bridge projects to ensure compatibility with commitments made during the design phase of the project.
• Seals and signs design documents in conformance with Department’s policy.

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

Other Benefits

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

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EMPLOYMENT TYPE

FULL-TIME

SALARY

$37.22/hour - $51.07/hour

USD 37.220-51.070

POST DATE

10/09/2026

CLOSE DATE

11/04/2026

LOCATION

US:NH:CONCORD

EEO

EOE

TDD ACCESS

Relay NH1-800-735-2964

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