Project Manager Associate

State of Indiana; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Wellness rewards

Health savings account

Pension options

Paid leave and holidays

Education reimbursement

LinkedIn Learning access

Free parking

Job summary

The State of Indiana seeks a Project Manager Associate to oversee a sizeable portfolio (≈70 projects) for the INDOT Fort Wayne Capital Program, coordinating with SMEs and other PMs to ensure timely delivery while maintaining quality standards.

The role emphasizes stakeholder communication, flexible adaptability, and alignment with agency values. A degree is not required; 4+ years PM experience suitable.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage projects of low to moderate complexity and dollar value, generally under $5.0 million.
• Clear and concise communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to plan project scope and schedule per the development process.
• Ability to establish and manage project budgets and financial implications.
• Knowledge of rural, suburban and urban project standards.
• Experience with Uniform Relocation and Real Property Acquisition Act requirements.
• Experience managing environmental documents at an advanced level.
• Understanding of medium-level permit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage project team through all phases of planning, execution, and closeout to meet scope, schedule and budget.
• Complete the scope of work ensuring quality, financial, risk and policy expectations are met.
• Review overall progress and technical performance on the project.
• Communicate efforts during project delivery to ensure project success.
• Review and understand functional requirements to set clear expectations and workloads.
• Facilitate cross-functional engagement with design and construction.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Project planning

Budget management

Regional project standards

Relocation policy

Environmental documents

Permitting

Education

Purdue PM Essentials Course

Job description

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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Transportation:
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Role Overview:

As a Project Manager Associate, you will be responsible for the oversight and management of a sizeable project portfolio (approximately 70) whileadhering to a high level of quality standards. Additionally, you will work with a team of Subject Matter Experts and other Project Managers to ensurethe timely delivery of the INDOT Fort Wayne Capital Program. This position may also assist and participate in district and/or statewide initiativesfocused on agency improvement. The ideal candidate will bring a positive and flexible approach to the workplace while consistently upholding theAgency's core values. The selected candidate will be expected to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, often in a publicsetting and occasionally after regular business hours, be inquisitive, self-driven and organized, and have a working understanding of basic computerskills.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at$59,800.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Manage project team through all phases of project planning, execution, and closeout consistent with established project delivery processes to meet the scope, schedule, budget, and other specified requirements.
• Complete the scope of work ensuring INDOT’s quality, financial, risk management and policy expectations are met.
• Review overall work progress and technical performance on the project.
• Communicate efforts during project delivery to ensure project success.
• Review and understand all functional (ROW, environmental, design, utility, etc.) requirements to ensure clear expectations and establish predictable workloads.
• Facilitate cross-functional engagement with design and construction.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Ability to manageprojectsoflow, moderate complexity anddollarvalue, generally <$5.0 million
• Ability to engage and communicate information with internal and external stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to plan project scope and schedule consistent with the project development process.
• Ability to establish and manage project budget, understanding all financial implications/issues.
• Specialized knowledge of project standards with rural, suburban and urban areas.
• Working knowledge and experience with the Uniform Relocation on Assistance & Real Property Acquisition Policy Act requirements.
• Advanced range of experience managing environmental documents.
• Working knowledge of medium-level permit requirements.

For INDOT candidates, you must have the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Successful completion of Purdue’s Project Management Essentials Course after 12 months but before 24 months of employment.

A degree is not required. However, at least four (4) years of project management related experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parkingfor most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learningaccess

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .