Hwy Project Manager - Holdrege

State of Nebraska; Holdrege (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State retirement match

13 paid holidays

Immediate leave accruals

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Health insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Job summary

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a Highway Project Manager in Holdrege, NE to lead field-based construction projects, ensuring quality and adherence to plans and specifications. The role emphasizes supervision, documentation, and coordination with diverse stakeholders.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive hourly pay, and opportunities for career advancement within the State of Nebraska public service. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Experience performing and/or overseeing engineering work in highway construction or similar field.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Post high school education in engineering preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction inspection, surveying, record keeping, and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate field-based construction project activities from routine to complex.
• Supervise assigned personnel and ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Prepare and maintain complete project records, reports, estimates and final computations.
• Supervise measurements and computations of final pay quantities and oversee contractor performance.
• Interpret plans, contracts, standards and manuals for daily tasks.
• Communicate with businesses, property owners, officials, and the public.
• Hire, train and discipline personnel per NDOT policies and safety rules.

Skills

Construction inspection

Surveying

Contract administration

Record keeping

Communication

Education

Post high school education in engineering

Secondary education in engineering/construction management/surveying

Tools

SiteManager

Trimble Business Center

AutoCAD

OpenRoads

AASHTOWare Project

Kronos

OnBase

Job description

Hiring Agency: Transportation - Agency 27

Location: Holdrege, NE

Hiring Rate: $36.276

Job Posting: JR2026-00029768 Hwy Project Manager - Holdrege (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 10-24-2026

Job Description

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking a dedicated and hardworking team player to join us in our mission to enhance the quality of life for Nebraskans by building and maintaining a convenient, safe, and innovative statewide transportation system!

Benefits

We reward our employees’ hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%!
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• A culture that embraces work-life balance
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates

Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer!

Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Job Duties

Under general to limited supervision, manages and coordinates all field-based aspects of construction projects ranging from routine to the most complex, where one or more projects are assigned; directs daily project construction engineering functions in accordance with requirements of plans and specifications; supervises assigned professional, paraprofessional, and technical employees; performs related work as assigned.

Pay range is $36.276 to $54.415 per hour. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.

Under limited supervision of the District Construction Engineer, plan, coordinate, and supervise all activities pertaining to assigned highway construction projects.

Supervise NDOT personnel with construction inspection duties of assigned projects.

Ensure preparation and maintenance of complete and accurate records for construction projects pertaining to materials testing and usage, operations, and quality of work performed, and compliance with contract specifications, plans, and special provisions.

Responsible for preparation of all project records, reports, estimates, and final computations.

Supervise and document the measurements and computations of all final pay quantities and oversee contractor performance.

Interpret plans, contract specifications, standards, and manuals to perform daily tasks and resolve construction project issues.

Communicate effectively with businesses, property owners, local and city officials, and others involved with the construction of projects.

Responsible for hiring, training, and disciplining personnel in accordance with NDOT policies and safety practices.

Supervise equipment and facility use.

Check plans, and redesign small portions of plans to meet field conditions.

Request updated schedules as necessary.

Inform the chain of command as necessary.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Experience performing and/or overseeing engineering work, involving various areas such as construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, planning, designing, or contract administration. Valid driver’s license is required.

Preferred Qualifications: Supervisory experience or lead worker experience. Post high school education in the principles and practices of engineering. Minimum 5 years of experience in construction inspection, surveying, record keeping, and contract administration with regard to highway construction or similar field. Secondary education in engineering, construction management, and/or surveying. Experience with computer software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, OneNote, PowerPoint, Outlook, SiteManager, Trimble Business Center, AutoCad, OpenRoads, AASHTOWare Project, Kronos, OnBase, and other NDOT specific software.

Other: The job may require long days, nights, and/or weekend work, and availability outside of normal working hours is expected. Occasional overnight travel will be required. Regular and reliable attendance is also required. Must be able to report to work for snow and other highway emergencies within 40 minutes under normal driving conditions and be placed in an "on-call" status.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of all aspects of construction operations during assigned projects; modern methods and techniques of highway construction, maintenance, and materials operations; legal responsibilities and ramifications associated with work assigned.

Ability to understand, interpret and implement state and federal laws and regulations, agency standards, policies and procedures; understand, interpret and evaluate engineering plans and specifications; plan, organize, assign and direct the work of assigned employees; interact professionally and courteously with assigned employees, other agency employees, local government representatives, contractors, consultants, and the public; strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills; ability to multitask and act as a role model to construction technicians. Must have strong organizational skills, be able to multitask, and have strong leadership skills.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! State Government is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Nebraska. Whether it's helping a vulnerable child, advancing public health, making highways safer, or preserving our natural resources, the work we do matters!