Project Delivery Project Manager 2026-01735

State of Wyoming

Cheyenne, WY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$35.12–$39.02 Per Hour
SKILLS
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Blueprints, Calculators, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Dental Insurance, Document Management, Facebook, Fishing, Forecasting, Health Plan, High School Diploma, Hunting, Income Tax, Information Technology & Information Systems, LinkedIn, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Newsletter, Online Courses, Online Training, Organizational Skills, Policy Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedural Programming Languages, Process Improvement, Project Management Software, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Set Goals, Social Media, Software Design, State Tax, Team Player, Twitter, Vision Plan, Writing Skills, Zip
LOCATION
Cheyenne, WY
POSTED
5 days ago

Project Delivery Project Manager 2026-01735

Salary

$35.12 - $39.02 Hourly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01735

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

Department of Transportation

Opening Date

07/07/2026

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. This position is responsible for providing project management oversight to assigned Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) projects for WYDOT. This position will serve as a coordinator between WYDOT programs and collect, anaylze and implement best practices for program improvement and project management. This position will also assist in the day to day operations of the Program Performance team.

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.

This position offers:

$2,000 Hiring Bonus See notes for eligibility

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, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?

Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: 307-777-4423

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

  • Monitor, analyze, and forecast complex project schedules. Align project timelines with WYDOT policies and statewide priorities, ensuring milestones are hit through sharp project management and proactive communication.
  • Analyze complex data to map out precise activity durations, resource needs, and critical paths. This information is the blueprint to successfully execute massive highway design projects.
  • Act as the liaison between WYDOT Headquarters and District offices by keeping project teams aligned, informed, and moving in the same direction regarding project status, schedules, and resource needs.
  • Standardize workflows by identifying goals and training strategies for statewide software users. Design training classes, online modules, and job aids for software and reporting needs of WYDOT Headquarters and District offices.
  • Drive continuous improvement by drafting and implementing smarter program processes and procedural updates to make the workflow more efficient.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE:

  • Experience coordinating and executing organizational plans within an engineering environment, focusing on teamwork and smooth operations.
  • Strong understanding of the State of Wyoming Personnel Rules, serving as a resource to integrate these guidelines into daily activities.
  • The ability to take theoretical best practices and turn them into actionable, real-world strategic outcomes.
  • Skilled at bridging communication gaps and collaborating effectively with a diverse network, including outside agencies, public partners, program managers, engineers, technicians, and IT experts.
  • An active listener who asks thoughtful follow-up questions to understand challenges, with the comfort level needed to guide large group discussions toward a shared goal.
  • A positive, team-oriented mindset with a proven ability to develop strong professional relationships across all levels of an organization.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills that make complex ideas easy to understand for both internal teams and external stakeholders.
  • Proficiency with everyday office tools (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace), project scheduling software, document management systems, and basic database reporting.
  • Highly organized with the self-motivation to manage multiple priorities, make confident independent decisions, and easily adopt new technologies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Business)

Experience:

0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Policy & Planning Analyst I

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Policy & Planning Analyst I

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

NOTES:

  • FLSA: Non-Exempt

  • The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.

  • 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, including your rights and responsibilities.

  • Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus

  • Acceptance of a permanent full-time non-exempt/exempt position posted for public recruitment

  • Temporary employees accepting a full-time or part-time permanent 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

045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Engineering and Planning-Planning

Click here 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

Know your full value.

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.

Explore your total compensation: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/

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, and no state income tax.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

  • High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
  • Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
  • Associates Degree
  • Associates Degree and additional coursework
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
  • Masters Degree
  • Masters Degree and additional coursework
  • Doctorate Degree
  • Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
  • None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

  • 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
  • 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
  • 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
  • 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
  • 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
  • N/A

03

(BAPM09) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Project Management? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: any full time project management experience)

  • No relevant experience.
  • Less than one (1) year of relevant experience
  • One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
  • Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience
  • Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(BAPS09) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Business? Experience definition: (This experience includes, but may not be limited to, the following: previous policy and planning experience, professional business, professional technical or other similar office experience.)

  • No relevant experience.
  • Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
  • One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
  • Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
  • Four (4) or more years of relevant experience

05

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

06

(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

  • Goverment jobs www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
  • Indeed
  • LinkedIn
  • Zip Recruiter
  • Wyoming Workforce Center
  • Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
  • Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
  • Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
  • Career Fair
  • Human Resourses Division
  • Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
  • Current State Employee
  • Other

07

(A) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.

08

(AA) If you answered Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

09

(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.

  • Current State Employee
  • Veteran - DD214 Attached
  • Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
  • Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
  • None of the above

10

(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.

  • Yes
  • No
  • I am not a veteran

11

(AA) 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.

  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

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