Project Manager

Project Manager 2025-03066

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Project Manager 2025-03066

Salary

$6,171.35 - $6,857.05 Monthly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2025-03066

Department

Water Development Office

Division

Water Development Office

Opening Date

12/16/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

ENNR10

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Water Development Office (WWDO) provides financial assistance to public entities for agricultural irrigation systems and municipal water supply projects within Wyoming. The office is currently seeking a full-time employee. This position is responsible for administering water construction projects for the WWDO. General responsibilities include reviewing and providing comments on: engineering planning studies; engineer prepared construction design and bidding documents; engineer construction cost estimates; and owner-engineer agreements. This position oversees the State's interests in municipal water supply, dams and agricultural irrigation system construction projects.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) , or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw'si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL)

Human Resource Contact: Rose Richardson / 307-777-7966/rose.richardson@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Acts as the Agency's project manager on assigned construction projects.
• Responsible for administration of the State's project agreement with the sponsor.
• Reviews and provides comments on engineer planning studies.
• Reviews and provides comments on engineer construction project documents and construction cost estimates.
• Reviews and provides concurrence for work change directives and change orders on construction projects.
• Reviews and provides concurrence on engineering amendments.
• Processes engineering and construction pay requests.
• Reviews and provides comments to owner-engineer agreements.
• Manages and attends construction project design reviews, pre-bid, pre-construction and construction progress meetings.
• Maintains office project files.
• Answers questions related to State policies, procedures and statutes.
• Confers with supervisor on overall project progress and issues (design and construction).
• Investigates and oversees complaints related to projects.
• Conducts research and provides information and technical data to the public.
• Applies and interprets rules, regulations, guidelines or standards.
• Has ongoing interface with communities at mid to senior management level.
• Monitors contractor's work progress on projects including providing solutions and resolving conflicts.
• Prepares recommendations for new project applications.
• Prepares project agreements and amendments between the State and the sponsor.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to applicants with a civil engineering or agricultural engineering degree (or equal) and experience in municipal water and/or agricultural irrigation design and construction who are currently licensed or are eligible for licensure as a Professional Engineer in the State of Wyoming.

Must have a valid driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of and ability to read, research, interpret and apply Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations.
• Knowledge and understanding of construction contract documents, including bidding and contract documents, general conditions, supplemental conditions, technical specifications, and supplemental specifications.
• Knowledge and experience in public works contracting.
• Knowledge in the principles and practices of open channel and pressure pipeline hydraulic design.
• Knowledge of construction management principles.
• Knowledge of engineering materials used in water projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in The Sciences)

Experience:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Analyst

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in The Sciences) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Natural Resources Analyst

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Overnight statewide travel is required.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

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 means more than a job ? it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage? medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits? including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options? including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules? vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility? for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development? to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program ? Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program ? Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

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WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can?t find anywhere else ? wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, andno state income tax.

Click here for detailed information (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw'si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL) .