Project Manager I
Salary
$50,825.00 - $63,654.83 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9068-0941-20261019Hs
Department
0941 - TRANSPORTATION
Opening Date
10/20/2026
Closing Date
10/30/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$50,825.00
Agency Maximum Salary
$63,654.83
About the Agency
The Mississippi Department of Transportation is responsible for providing a safe intermodal transportation network that is planned, designed, constructed, and maintained in an effective, cost-efficient, and environmentally sensitive manner. Questions about this position can be directed to recruiting@mdot.ms.gov.
About the Position
This is a first-level Project Management Coordinator position within the Contract Administration Division. This position oversees contract administration activities, reviews project documentation, coordinates bid letting processes, and supervises staff to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with agency procedures. Key Responsibilities: • Review and audit contract documents, monthly pay estimates, and contractor payroll submissions for accuracy and compliance. • Coordinate and lead pre-letting and pre-construction meetings. • Assist with bid letting processes, including reviewing and publishing letting information. • Prepare and upload vendor purchase reports, wage decisions, executed proposals, and project-specific documents. • Work closely with Project Engineers and their staff to review pay estimates, resolve issues, and ensure proper procedures are followed. • Maintain the Material Purchase Certificate database and coordinate vendor updates with the Financial Management Division. • Participate in public presentations and assist with reviewing final project data. • Supervise, train, and support employees while managing assignments, workloads, and performance. • Assist with hiring recommendations, employee evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actions. • Recommend improvements to divisional operations, policies, and procedures.
What youll need to be Successful
The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Must be detail-oriented, proficient in Microsoft Office, and able to work effectively with Project Engineers, contractors, and staff. The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, dependability, initiative, teamwork, and a commitment to achieving organizational goals.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience. Hiring agency prefers: Supervisory experience.
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Health/Prescription Insurance
Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave
Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406
| Location | Jackson, MS |
| Salary | $50,825–$63,654.83 Per Year |
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