Consultant Plan Checker

Required Education and Experience:

• The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree in drafting/design surveying engineering architecture or closely related field
• This position requires a minimum of 6 years of experience in progressively responsible highways design
• Certifications licensure or other credentials include: A valid Montana Drivers License
• Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• The position requires an advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of road design including knowledge of horizontal and vertical alignments drainage typical sections cross-sections approaches intersections etc.
• The position requires knowledge of drafting; engineering fundamentals (e.g. computing horizontal and vertical curves designing grades determining earthwork basic hydraulic design soils mechanics etc.
• The work also requires a working knowledge of environmental requirements Right-of-Way requirements and requirements of other Department work units for consideration in plan reviews
• Skill in the operation of computer assisted design spreadsheet and word processing and other software (Excel Word Adobe Acrobat BIM 360 Microsoft TEAMS Zoom etc.)
• Skill in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.

Required Application Materials:

• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• 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:

• Drivers record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicants permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201 State Vehicle Use and MDT Policy #6.03.001 State Vehicle Use Policy are conditions of employment.
• This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However bargaining unit applicants will have preference.
• 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 Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for two Consultant Plan Checker positions in the Consultant Design Bureau. These positions provide technical supervision and review of road design plan packages developed by consultant engineering firms (Professional Engineers & Land Surveyors) to ensure compliance with applicable federal state and local standards; ensure designs are cost-effective constructable biddable and accurate; and to ensure CADD files are compiled according to MDT standards. These positions provide technical assistance training and direction to consultant engineering firms (and others e.g. MDT designers and engineers as needed); and assist Project Managers in the PS&E process for ECCS and the bid letting process. These positions will report to the Consultant Plans Engineer and will not supervise others.

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 for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on the 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: 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.