Engineer Senior - Mankato Project Management

Minnesota Department of Transportation; Mankato (MN); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) in Mankato is seeking an Engineer Senior - Project Management to lead highway improvement projects from inception to completion. The role requires directing PM processes, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery, and coordinating with public agencies and communities to gain input and consensus.

The successful candidate will oversee technical project teams, align projects with MnDOT strategy, and develop plans that meet commitments and goals.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Professional Engineer with the Minnesota Board; comity/reciprocity requires a temporary permit before starting.
• Experience in or supporting project management, including techniques and tools.
• Experience developing or utilizing project schedules.
• Experience developing highway projects.
• Incumbents must have reliable transportation for off-site meetings and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall project management direction from inception to completion of highway improvement projects.
• Utilize project management processes to ensure on-time, on-budget, and within-scope delivery.
• Engage public agencies and the general public to obtain input and develop informed consent.
• Provide leadership to technical project teams and align with MnDOT strategy, commitments and goals.
• Develop projects consistent with MnDOT priorities.

Skills

Project management

Public involvement

Team leadership

Education

Professional Engineer licensure (PE)

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

• Supervisor Name: Nicklaus Ollrich
• Education/License Verification

Working Title: Engineer Senior - Mankato Project Management

Job Class: Engineer Senior

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID: 97907


• Location: Mankato


• Telework Eligible: Yes, see \"Job Summary\" for details


• Full/Part Time: Full-Time


• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited


• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers


• Date Posted: 10/22/2026


• Closing Date: 11/05/2026


• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 7-MGEC


• Division/Unit: District 7 - Mankato / Project Management


• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift


• Days of Work: Monday - Friday


• Travel Required: No


• Salary Range: $39.06 - $57.47 / hourly; $81,557 - $119,997 / annually


• Classified Status: Classified


• Bargaining Unit/Union: 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers


• Last Incumbent: Mathew Thibert (previously occupied at the Engineer Principal level)


• Supervisor Name: Nicklaus Ollrich


• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional


• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position is located at the D7 Headquarter Building in Mankato and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

Job Duties:

This position provides overall project management direction from inception to completion of highway improvement projects; utilizes project management processes to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to scope; engages public agencies and the general public to obtain input and develop informed consent; provides overall direction and leadership to technical project teams; and develops projects to be consistent with MnDOT strategy, commitments and goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensure as a Professional Engineer with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID). If obtaining licensure through comity (reciprocity), a temporary permit from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR prior to starting employment.


• Experience in or supporting project management, including techniques and tools.


• Experience developing or utilizing project schedules.


• Experience developing highway projects.


• Incumbents must have reliable and accessible transportation to attend off-site meetings, project locations, and other work-related travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project management experience including project management techniques and tools.


• Extensive Public involvement experience.


• Project Management Professional or similar credentials.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history checks. It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment.

The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check (for current and former state employees only)


• Criminal History Check


• Employment Reference Check


• Education/License Verification


• Driver's License Check

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work


• Connection with their coworkers and communities


• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave


• 12 paid holidays each year


• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans




• Fertility care, including IVF


• Diabetes care


• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children




• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children


• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)


• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death


• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury


• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care


• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development


• Tuition reimbursement


• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance


• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues


• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers.

State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] and let us know the support you need.

Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: [e-mail]; or by calling Janet Miller at 651/366-4720; or using MN Relay 711.

The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html.