Project Manager II

Description

State of Idaho
Idaho Transportation Department

NOTICE: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES: If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee you MUST apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State of Idaho’s external career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new position.

Do you want to make a difference and be part of an award-winning agency, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation? At the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), every employee is critical to the mission, and we strive to foster an innovative, collaborative workplace where employees can grow and do their best work.

The Office of Transportation Bonding in the Planning and TECM Program Division in our ITD Headquarters located in Boise, Idaho is seeking a highly motivated professional for a Project Manager II position.

This position will serve as a project manager for large-scale widening and interchange design projects on the 13 Transportation Expansion and Congestion Mitigation (TECM) corridors throughout Idaho. An ideal candidate will ensure excellence in project execution for on-time, on-budget delivery and provide design leadership to consultant project teams and ITD resource staff. In this role you will collaborate with a diverse range of internal and external professionals and stakeholders to develop projects that improve the overall transportation experience of the community. Strong leadership and project management skills are crucial in this fast-paced role.

Note: This position requires a driver's record check before a final job offer is made.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers, technical specialists, consultant project teams, regulatory agencies, and the public to deliver innovative solutions for complex transportation infrastructure challenges
• Negotiate and administer consultant agreements
• Monitor budgets and review project schedules to track progress and identify/mitigate risks
• Provide design leadership and guidance to consultant project teams and internal staff to meet project delivery goals
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies for permitting compliance
• Review engineering documents and deliverables for compliance with design standards
• Oversee submittal of Plans, Specifications and Estimate (PS&E) packages for advertisement
• Actively communicate with the public and key stakeholders on project progress
• Work in a team environment to respond to statewide TECM questions on project readiness and program updates

Minimum Qualifications - **You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to qualify for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position.

Experience:

• Planning and implementing projects including coordinating the development of project scope, goals, work plans, timelines, implementation strategies, and measurement processes/methods for assessing progress toward goals and project outcomes
• Interpreting and explaining specialized or complex material into information usable by the public
• Developing and monitoring contracts

*Typically gained by three years of work experience in all the areas above

Desired Qualifications

• A detailed understanding of project management as it relates to the Idaho Transportation Investment Program (ITIP)
• Excellent project management skills and superb attention to detail
• Comfortable in estimating effort for agreement tasks and negotiating contracts
• Demonstrated success managing aggressive project schedules
• Able to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines
• Capable of working collaboratively as part of a team or independently
• Strong interpersonal skills to work successfully with experts from various disciplines
• Proficiency in relevant software, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, BlueBeam, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, or other design software as appropriate
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Five or more years of relevant professional experience
• Current Professional Engineer licensing or the ability to obtain in the next six months of hire

Benefits

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EEO/ADA/Veteran

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.