Geotech & Pavement Bureau Chief — Hybrid Leader

Water Resources Office; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Relocation assistance

Overtime compensation

State retirement plan

Job summary

Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) in Helena seeks a Geotech & Pavement Bureau Chief to lead geotechnical, pavement analysis, and field investigation activities. The role provides senior technical direction and administrative oversight of geotechnical and pavement engineering functions.

The position directs subsurface investigations and testing, develops guidelines and parameters, and offers advanced technical support to MDT staff, consultants, and external agencies involved in road

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geology, or related field.
• 5 years of progressively responsible geotechnical subsurface investigations, engineering analysis, and design.
• 3 years of supervision experience.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Montana.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Geotech & Pavement Bureau operations, including geotechnical, pavement analysis, and field investigations.
• Direct subsurface investigations, laboratory testing, and engineering analyses and designs.
• Develop project guidelines, procedures, and technical parameters; supervise multiple projects.

Job description

Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) in Helena seeks a Geotech & Pavement Bureau Chief to lead geotechnical, pavement analysis, and field investigation activities. The role provides senior technical direction and administrative oversight of geotechnical and pavement engineering functions.

The position directs subsurface investigations and testing, develops guidelines and parameters, and offers advanced technical support to MDT staff, consultants, and external agencies involved in road