Alternative Project Engineer

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for two Alternative Project Engineers. This position serves as an Alternative Project Engineer for the Consultant Design Bureau. The position performs project management duties to develop and complete multiple concurrent complex and multi-discipline transportation-related alternative delivery projects with multiple separate alternative delivery firms simultaneously. The position is responsible for developing directing and monitoring state-wide diverse and complex projects; developing negotiating executing and administrating Design-Build (DB) Progressive Design-Build (PDB) Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC) and Independent Cost Estimator (ICE) contracts addition the position may manage or assist in managing consultant design projects through MDTs Transportation Alternatives and/or Consultant Plans Sections.

Other work locations within the state of Montana may be considered.

For a full job description please contact Morgan Stibi at

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
• Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation sick leave and holidays
• Eligibility forPublic Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment

• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

  For information on the Montana Department of Transportations mission vision and values please visit our website: Education and Experience:

  • The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

  • This position requires a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience including project planning design or construction. This position requires a minimum of one (1) year of supervision or team lead experience.

  • Certifications licensure or other credentials include: Licensure as a Professional Engineer in Montana is required or Licensure as a Professional Engineer in another state and the ability to obtain a Montana license within 6 months of being hired. DBIA certification is preferred for this position.

  • Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications. This does not preclude the required licensure as a Professional Engineer in Montana.

  Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of the theory principles methods and techniques of civil engineering for the design and construction of transportation projects

  • Knowledge of state and federal contracting procedures; technical and legal documentation standards

  • Principles of negotiation and conflict management

  • Ability to develop and manage diverse projects

  • Facilitate diverse interest groups to make project decisions

  Required Application Materials:

  • A resume detailing your qualifications and experience.

  • A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

  • Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as Relevant.

  If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR representative listed below.

  Other Information:

  • This position is covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Benefit Association). The successful applicant for this position who is eligible-retirement qualified will be required to participate in the VEBA group. The VEBA group can take part in an annual election. Any questions regarding the VEBA can be addressed to Laurie Edwards MDT Human Resources Division 444-6053

  • The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women racial and ethnic minorities people with disabilities and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division at 406.444.6054.

  • The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

  • Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.

  The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
  
  State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.