Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

Job Overview

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a talented Project Engineer to join our team in Sheridan, Wyoming. If you’re ready to take on advanced engineering challenges and lead a team of skilled engineers and technicians on highway construction projects, this opportunity is calling your name!

As a Project Engineer, you’ll assist the Principal Engineer in managing projects from inception through design, construction, and contract completion. Your expertise will help shape Wyoming’s transportation infrastructure while ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

Enjoy all historic Western Sheridan has to offer! At the foot of the Big Horn Mountains, you’ll have easy access to hunting, fishing, camping, ATV trails, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, golfing, and other outdoor activities, as well as festivals and events. Don’t forget the famous WYO Rodeo held in July and February. Billings, Montana is less than two hours away, and Wyoming is one of only nine states with no income tax.

If you’re ready to tackle exciting projects and enjoy a lifestyle rich in adventure and opportunity, apply today. Your next career move starts in Sheridan!

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus (see notes for eligibility)
• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Phone:  | Email: keri.griffith2 | Keri Griffith

• Supervises one or more construction projects through the management of personnel and resources to complete the required inspection, testing, and surveying for the project(s).
• Makes decisions on behalf of the Department regarding projects of moderate to high complexity.
• Tracks and documents quantities for payment to contractors for all projects.
• Calculates and sets lines and grades for construction activities.
• Serves as the Department's inspector on projects to ensure construction is completed according to the contract's plans and specifications.
• Acts as the Department's representative on projects to other parties such as landowners, utilities, railroads, etc.
• Reviews project documentation, analyzes data, and prepares final quantities for assigned projects.
• Monitors contract progress and costs.
• Keeps the public and adjacent landowners aware and informed of ongoing construction.
• Prepares engineer recommendations for the design of a variety of projects.
• Researches and prepares land ownership maps, and recommends changes to preliminary and final plan issuances.
• Collects and prepares survey data used in the design of highway plans; locates sources and prepares agreements for surfacing material, borrowing, and water for construction projects.
• Performs feasibility analysis to ensure cost‑effective, constructible solutions.
• Affixes a PE stamp to work products produced as required.
• Directs survey crews setting construction stakes, checking documentation, measuring pay items, inspecting construction, and assisting with the project's final.
• Assists with the supervision, management, and training of personnel involved in surveying, inspection, material testing, and documentation.
• Trains, coaches, and mentors engineers and technicians.
• Provides technical assistance to other programs, agencies, or outside entities.

• Knowledge of methods and techniques of surveying and engineering drawing and calculation.
• Knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices of highway engineering and roadway planning, construction, and design.
• Knowledge of computer software used in the design and calculation of project information.
• Skills in interpersonal relations.
• Skills in oral and written communication.
• Skills in critical thinking, complex problem‑solving, judgment, and decision‑making.
• Skills in surveying, materials testing, documentation, and computer operation.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and other project documentation and ensure contractors adhere to these documents throughout a project.
• Ability to determine personnel requirements to administer a…