2025-00176 Project Delivery Project Manager Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming/jobs/newprint/4803405) Apply  2025-00176 Project Delivery Project Manager Salary $32.52 - $36.13 Hourly Location Cheyenne, WY Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 2025-00176 Department Department of Transportation Division Department of Transportation Opening Date 01/23/2025 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Determined by Position Job Classification BAPM09 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Project Manager for highway design projects for the Program Performance team. We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented project manager to join our team and provide strategic project management oversight for the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) at the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT). As a project manager, you will collaborate with various WYDOT programs, driving the implementation of best practices to optimize program performance and ensure successful project delivery. This is an incredible opportunity to contribute to a $1.5 billion plan of highway construction projects over the next six years, working with a dedicated team to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. This position offers: • 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 holiday Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby access to mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax. **$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility Human Resource Contact: 307-777-4467 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level. + Lead with Impact: Assist the Program Performance team in overseeing the successful completion of high-impact highway design projects, contributing to the transformation of the state’s infrastructure. + Strategic Project Management: Monitor, analyze, and forecast project schedules, applying WYDOT, state and federal policies and priorities to ensure timely completion. Use your expertise to keep projects on track through efficient coordination and communication. + Data-Driven Decision Making: Perform sophisticated data analysis to identify projected durations, resource needs, and critical path activities—ensuring the most efficient use of time and resources across the plan. + Collaborative Communication: Act as the key liaison between headquarter programs and District offices, fostering clear communication around project schedules, status updates, and resource needs, ensuring alignment across the agency. + Process and Program Improvement: Work alongside the Senior Project Manager to implement strategies that improve program outcomes, contributing to the development of best practices and new initiatives. + Training and Development Leadership: Take charge of training initiatives by identifying and implementing strategies for the identified system users. Develop engaging training materials, online modules, and job aids to support software adoption and process improvements. + Innovate & Lead Change: Help draft and implement procedural improvements that drive efficiency and excellence in project management, from training to execution. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE: + Strategic Planning & Execution:Utilize your expertise in organizational planning, coordination, and execution to drive successful outcomes in a dynamic engineering environment. + Regulatory Knowledge:Apply your understanding of the State of Wyoming Personnel Rules to effectively navigate policies and ensure smooth implementation in day-to-day operations. + Innovative Problem-Solving:Leverage your ability to translate best practices into real-world solutions, achieving strategic goals and delivering impactful results. + Collaborative Communication:Foster strong relationships by clearly communicating complex ideas to diverse stakeholders, including public partners, program managers, engineers, technicians, and IT experts. Your collaborative mindset will ensure seamless teamwork across various disciplines. + Active Listening & Problem-Solving:Demonstrate strong listening skills to understand diverse perspectives, tackle challenges, and ask insightful follow-up questions to drive success. + Facilitation & Leadership:Lead productive group discussions, guiding teams to consensus and ensuring desired outcomes in both small and large group settings. + Building Relationships:Cultivate positive interpersonal relationships, working well within cross-functional teams to foster a collaborative and supportive work environment. + Clear Communication:Use your excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all organizational levels, both internally and externally. + Technical Proficiency:Bring your expertise in project scheduling software, Microsoft Office, Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Drive), document management systems, and database principles to the table, supporting efficient workflow and reporting. + Organizational & Time Management Excellence:Showcase your ability to manage multiple priorities independently, balancing competing tasks and deadlines with efficiency and attention to detail. + Adaptability to New Technologies:Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies, bringing innovative solutions to the workplace and enhancing overall productivity. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Business/Project Management) Experience: 0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in project management) OR Education & Experience Substitution: 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in project management) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None Necessary Special Requirements NOTES: + FLSA: Non-Exempt + 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 aboutE-Verify (http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) , including your rights and responsibilities. + The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace. + **Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus + 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, 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 Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm 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 provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration. There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few! Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers) to learn more!