Principal Engineer 2026-02316

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid leave

Flexible schedules

Job summary

The Wyoming Military Department's Construction and Facilities Management Office seeks a Principal Engineer in Cheyenne, WY to lead design and project management from concept through construction. This role manages budgets, schedules, and coordination with architects, contractors, and stakeholders on projects ranging up to $25 million.

Responsibilities include developing scopes, IGEs, reporting, and mentoring staff while ensuring compliance with environmental and contract requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• 2-4 years of progressive engineering experience; PE license required within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop scopes of work for future construction projects with stakeholder coordination.
• Develop Independent Government Estimates (IGE) including cost and schedule estimates.
• Review plans/specs for technical merit, coordinate with architects to ensure function, sustainability and budget.
• Manage project budgets and authorize payments to contractors and consultants.
• Coordinate inspections, ensure QA/QC, and ensure projects meet plans and design criteria.

Skills

Construction management

Project management

Engineering knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Wyoming Military Department (WYMD) Construction and Facilities Management Office (CFMO) is seeking a Principal Engineer for our design and project management program in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This position is responsible for project management of all projects assigned from conceptual design through completion of construction, record finalization, and construction warranty period. Typical projects range in size and complexity from $250,000 to $25 million. Our design-build construction projects range in variety: asphaltic and concrete pavement rehabilitation, underground utility, new commercial building construction, remodeling of existing commercial buildings, HVAC, and electrical upgrades.

The CFMO is responsible for all design and construction projects for Army National Guard facilities throughout Wyoming, including Camp Guernsey. We construct and maintain the facilities that Army National Guard soldiers train in so they can be ready to respond to any natural disaster or national emergency in Wyoming’s communities or anywhere worldwide.

Cheyenne is the capital and most populous city in the state of Wyoming. Around the world, the very name Cheyenne conjures up images of cowboys, trains, and the great outdoors. Today’s Cheyenne is all of that and more!

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

Human Resource Contact: Molly Skala / [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for the development of scopes of work for future construction projects, including coordination with tenants and stakeholders.
• Responsible for the development of Independent Government Estimates (IGE) to include costs and schedule estimating for future construction projects.
• Responsible for review of project plans and specifications for technical merit and owner intent. Coordinate closely with Architects and designers to ensure functionality, sustainability, and budget are being met during project design phases.
• Works closely with Owner Advisors (OA) that provide consultation and inspection services to the CFMO.
• Responsible for ensuring appropriate documentation is complete for environmental requirements before construction.
• Reviews and manages all design and construction documentation.
• Responsible for coordination of contracts and contract amendments and negotiations with contractors on scope and costs.
• Coordinates work schedules with contractors, inspects workmanship, inspects construction for compliance with plans and specs, and ensures quality control and quality assurance programs are compliant.
• Responsible for the management of project budgets and authorizes payments to contractors and consultants for work performed.
• Assures projects are completed in accordance with plans, specs, and design criteria.
• Coordinates interim and final inspections of construction projects.
• Drafts detailed reports regarding the progress of construction projects.
• Manages warranty repairs for completed construction projects.
• Trains, develops, and mentors junior staff members.
• Advises senior leadership regarding design and construction budgets, schedules, and contracts.
• Participates in selection panels for awarding contracts to design-builders, architects, and engineers.
• Confers or coordinates with other State Agencies or other government levels as needed.
• Responsible for meeting requirements of the National Guard Bureau (NGB) and other relevant agencies on projects.
• Develops and implements standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the project management section.
• Affix the P.E. stamp to completed work.

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to candidates with skills and experience with Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. 5 years in combination with training and/or experience in fields of construction management, project management, engineering, architecture, or any scientific field.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals relating to construction project management.
• Knowledge of legal aspects regarding State construction contracts.
• Able to effectively communicate through both verbal and written means to relate specific concepts and ideas to senior leadership, contractors, architects, consultants, and design engineers.
• Able to effectively monitor and oversee work schedules and projects.
• Able to manage time effectively to give attention to prioritized projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering)

Experience: 2-4 years of progressive work experience (in Engineering) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Project Engineer

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Professional Engineer's (PE) License Required at time of hire - (Wyoming PE required within six months of hire date.)

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Statewide travel to construction sites is required.
• Proper use of relevant Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required on construction sites.

NOTES

• FLSA: Exempt
• A valid Driver’s license is required.
• Ability to pass a Federal background check for security clearance is required.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.