District Construction Engineer 2026-01737
Salary
$10,008.26 - $11,119.33 Monthly
Location
Laramie, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2026-01737
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
Department of Transportation
Opening Date
07/08/2026
Closing Date
7/22/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Exempt
Job Classification
ENEG14
Description and Functions
Open Until July 22, 2026
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time District Construction Engineer to serve in the District 1 Construction Program in Laramie, Wyoming. This position provides leadership and supervision to engineering staff for the planning, development, and construction of various roadways and structure improvement projects within the District in support of the Departments mission to provide a safe, high quality, and efficient transportation system.
Why Laramie?
Set in the beautiful Laramie Valley at the foot of the Snowy Range, Laramie offers the perfect balance of outdoor adventure and small-town charm. Enjoy year-round activities such as skiing, hiking, climbing at Vedauwoo, fishing in alpine lakes, and camping at Curt Gowdy State Park. Laramie is also rich in history, with landmarks like the Wyoming Territorial Prison, while offering a welcoming community and vibrant quality of life.
Why Choose WYDOT?
$2,000 Hiring Bonus- Jumpstart your journey with us! (See eligibility details below)
Bonus perk: Wyoming is one of just nine states with NO state income tax!
Be Part of Something Bigger. At WYDOT, you're not just an employee-you're a vital part of building Wyoming's future. Learn about our mission, vision, and values here.
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Human Resource Contact: Mandy McMicheal / 307-745-2111 /mandy.mcmicheal@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.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to those applicants with demonstrated skills in customer service, both written and verbal.
Preference may be given to applicants willing to demonstrate excellent skills in oral communication and public speaking.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of:
Engineering, surveying, and transportation principles related to roadway planning, design, construction, and maintenance.
Highway engineering concepts, practices, standards, and construction methods.
Project planning, development, contract administration, and program management.
Human resources principles, personnel management, and employee development.
Wyoming Statutes, federal regulations, and Department policies governing the state transportation system.
Budget development, financial management, scheduling, and resource allocation.
Skills and Abilities:
Strong leadership, supervisory, and team management skills.
Effective decision-making, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
Ability to develop, mentor, coach, and evaluate employees to promote professional growth and organizational success.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Public speaking and presentation skills with the ability to communicate technical information to diverse audiences.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, government agencies, elected officials, and the public.
Strong organizational, administrative, budgeting, and project scheduling skills.
Ability to analyze complex engineering and operational issues and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
Ability to lead collaborative efforts and build consensus among internal and external stakeholders.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelors Degree (in Engineering)
Experience:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (in Engineering) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Staff Engineer
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Professional Engineers (PE) License Required at time of hire - (Wyoming PE required within one year of hire date.)
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
NOTES:
FLSA : 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 about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
Current WYDOT employees are eligible for the Employee Moving Expense Plan for this position.
The chosen applicant must live within the District 1 boundary lines with management discretion.
The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
Acceptance of a permanent, full-time position posted for public recruitment.
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, and 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
045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Chief Engineer - District Administration
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(ENEG14) Do you have a Bachelors degree in Engineering?
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(ENEG14) Do you have a Masters degree in Engineering?
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(ENEG14) Do you have a Doctorate degree or higher in Engineering?
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(ENEG14) Which of the following best describes your work experience Engineering? Experience definition: (This experience includes Engineering experience)
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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Are you proficient in customer service, including both written and verbal communication skills?
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Do you have experience and proficiency in public speaking?
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Please describe your experience in public speaking.
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
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(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.
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(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.
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