Electrical Engineering Project Manager – Capital Projects

State of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 124,000; Full time

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Job summary

The State of Wisconsin’s Department of Administration seeks a Capital Projects Principal Manager to lead engineers, architects, contractors on major capital projects. You will manage scope from design to construction, review outside designs, and provide technical support to state agencies.

Requirements include PE/Architect licensure or engineering degree, strong project management, and electrical systems expertise. Travel statewide; remote work options may be discussed.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Professional Engineer and/or Architect as determined by the Department of Safety and Professional Services OR;
• Have graduated from a recognized college or university with a degree in an engineering field such as civil, electrical, electronic, environmental, mechanical, or structural engineering.

Responsibilities

• Managing complex infrastructure and facilities projects from developing project scope, design through construction.
• Review and analysis of designs prepared by outside consultants.
• Providing Electrical engineering technical assistance and facility evaluation for electrical systems.
• Developing and maintaining design guidelines and specifications and bidding documents.

Skills

Project management

Electrical engineering design

Budget management

Team leadership

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Electrical distribution design

Job description

Introduction

Join an organization that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering efficient, high-quality state government services. The Department of Administration (DOA) provides direct services to state agency customers and designs and leads initiatives to make government more innovative and cost-effective. Working at DOA offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin.

This is a Capital Projects Principal Management position within the Division of Facilities Development, Bureau of Architecture and Engineering. This position may allow remote/work from home flexibility depending on the needs of the position and work unit. This position will also require independent statewide travel throughout Wisconsin to remote locations and onsite meetings on a regular basis. This topic can be discussed in more detail at the interview process.

As the flagship agency of the State of Wisconsin, our core values at Department of Administration are Adaptability, Collaboration, Stewardship, Equity, Service Excellence, and Integrity. Our values make it possible for us to fulfill our mission, with a set of shared principles and practices, and form the bedrock of how we operate, interact, and are seen by colleagues, partners, and other agencies.

Position Summary

This is a professional engineering position which manages, directs and leads the activities of architects, engineers, contractors and suppliers in the delivery of construction projects. This position is responsible for a broad range of electrical engineering project management functions on capital improvement projects authorized by the State of Wisconsin Building Commission. The projects this position supports include medium voltage electrical distribution systems, building power and lighting, security, life safety, generator systems, fire alarm, data and telecommunications systems. This position has the authority to commit funds.

The primary responsibilities of this professional engineering position include managing complex infrastructure and facilities projects from developing project scope, design through construction, the review and analysis of designs prepared by outside consultants, providing technical support to state agencies, providing site inspections and troubleshooting analysis, developing and maintaining design guidelines and specifications, and developing design and bidding documents. The position is a member of the Electrical Team and will participate in the team's assignments and provide other services to the Division and other state agencies as directed.

To view a complete list of duties, please view the complete position description.

Salary Information

This position is in the schedule-range 81-30. The annual salary is between $95,680 and $124,467.20. An additional $1.00 per hour add-on may be provided to those that qualify based on licensure/registration. A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

Benefits

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation/personal holiday to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program – a free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
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Job Details

Due to the nature of the position, DOA will conduct background checks on applicants prior to selection. DOA does not sponsor work visas and is not an eligible OPT (Optional Practical Training) employer for F-1 international students. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form upon hire.

Certain positions within this Department may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer and/or Architect as determined by the Department of Safety and Professional Services OR;
• Have graduated from a recognized college or university with a degree in an engineering field such as civil, electrical, electronic, environmental, mechanical, or structural engineering.

Qualified Applicants Will Have Education, Training, And/Or Experience In:

• Project management (e.g. management of budget, scope, and schedule of projects, or similar)
• Electrical engineering design review and analysis (e.g. design and evaluation of medium voltage electrical distribution systems, building power and lighting, life safety electrical systems, data/ telecommunications or similar)
• Providing Electrical engineering technical assistance and facility evaluation for electrical systems

The State of Wisconsin is committed to providing opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Any applicants and employees with a disability may request reasonable accommodations.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Questions can be directed to Michelle Bassuener at [e-mail].

Deadline to Apply

Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm Monday, October 19, 2026.