Local Bridge Program Manager

North Dakota Department of Transportation; Bismarck (ND); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Dakota Department of Transportation in Bismarck is seeking dedicated engineers to lead local roadway and bridge projects, ensuring timely, compliant delivery and safe transportation.

This role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, four years of professional engineering experience, FE exam completion, and a valid class D driver's license; some hybrid work is available in the Bismarck/Mandan area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• Four years of professional-level engineering work experience.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam as specified by the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
• Requires a class D driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Project Management - Local Roadway and Bridge Projects: Oversee development of local roadway and bridge projects to ensure timely, compliant delivery; monitor project schedules and provide guidance on environmental, permitting, and utility tasks; review plans, specifications, and estimates; coordinate with internal and external agencies; attend project meetings and public events to offer technical support.
• Local Bridge & Historic Bridge Program: Manage funding and project selection for local bridge projects; act as subject matter expert and liaison for Local and Historic Bridge Programs; coordinate with SHPO on preservation and submit recommendations for approval; prepare bid packages, contracts, and process payments; maintain EDMS records.
• Bridge Inspection Program: Administer local bridge inspection contracts and ensure federal compliance; coordinate inspections, payments, and follow-ups on critical findings and load postings; work with local agencies, consultants, and internal divisions.
• Support for Local Government Programs: Assist with Flex Fund, Transportation Alternatives, and other local programs; execute contracts, process payments, and provide technical support; perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Summary Of Work

Local Government Division - Bismarck

Shape the Future of Transportation with the North Dakota Department of Transportation!

Are you ready to make a real impact? The North Dakota Department of Transportation is looking for dedicated and skilled professionals to join our team. This is your chance to play a vital role in creating safe, efficient, and innovative transportation solutions that serve communities across our state. We uphold the values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence in everything we do. If you're seeking a rewarding career with purpose, we encourage you to apply today!

NDDOT Starting Salary

Engineer III: $7,388 / month

This position requires work in the office 5 days a week in the Bismarck/Mandan area. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule requiring a minimum of three days a week in the office within the Bismarck/Mandan area.

Job Duties Include

Project Management - Local Roadway and Bridge Projects

• Oversee development of local roadway and bridge projects to ensure timely, compliant delivery.
• Monitor project schedules and provide guidance on environmental, permitting, and utility tasks.
• Review plans, specifications, and estimates; coordinate with internal and external agencies.
• Attend project meetings and public events to offer technical support.

Local Bridge & Historic Bridge Program

• Manage funding and project selection for local bridge projects.
• Serve as subject matter expert and liaison for the Local and Historic Bridge Programs.
• Coordinate with SHPO on historic bridge preservation and submit recommendations for approval.
• Prepare bid packages, contracts, and process payments; maintain records in EDMS.

Bridge Inspection Program

• Administer local bridge inspection contracts and ensure federal compliance.
• Coordinate inspections, payments, and follow-ups on critical findings and load postings.
• Work with local agencies, consultants, and internal divisions.

Support for Local Government Programs

• Assist with Flex Fund, Transportation Alternatives, and other local programs.
• Execute contracts, process payments, and provide technical support as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Four years of professional-level engineering work experience, and
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam as specified by the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, and
• Requires a class D driver's license

Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process and reference check.

NDDOT does not provide sponsorships and we are not an E-Verify employer.

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