Lead Infrastructure Projects – Surface

City of Missoula; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 91,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Missoula is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Surface Projects to lead multimillion-dollar infrastructure initiatives that shape how residents move and connect. You will guide projects from planning through construction, balancing technical excellence, fiscal responsibility, and community priorities.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage contractor partnerships, supervise staff, and engage with residents, City staff, elected officials, and external agencies to ensure timely

Qualifications

• Knowledge of public administration principles and practices, including financial and project management.
• Knowledge of project management techniques, including contract administration, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Knowledge of civil construction techniques and urban traffic engineering design theory.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and development of high priority public infrastructure projects including outreach, design review, construction administration, inspection, and reporting.
• Supervise employees and consultants; manage performance, training, and staffing decisions.
• Negotiate and administer contracts with consultants, engineers, and contractors; monitor progress, budget, and schedules.

Skills

Public administration

Project management

Leadership

Public speaking

Communication

Risk management

Urban planning knowledge

Tools

Microsoft 365

Drafting software

GIS mapping

Job description

The City of Missoula is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Surface Projects to lead multimillion-dollar infrastructure initiatives that shape how residents move and connect. You will guide projects from planning through construction, balancing technical excellence, fiscal responsibility, and community priorities.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage contractor partnerships, supervise staff, and engage with residents, City staff, elected officials, and external agencies to ensure timely