Construction Manager 2025-02361

Construction Project Manager

At the State Construction Department, your work directly sustains and shapes the facilities that serve Wyoming's citizens every day - from colleges to healthcare and public safety infrastructure. You will collaborate with dedicated professionals, elected officials, and community partners to deliver projects that leave a lasting legacy. We offer the opportunity to lead complex, strategic projects in a role that values innovation, accountability, and professional growth. If you are motivated by meaningful public service and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment, we invite you to join our team.

As a Construction Project Manager in the Construction Management Division, you will play a critical role in delivering strategic capital projects that sustain and shape the future of Wyoming's public facilities. This position provides strategic oversight, ensures compliance with state and federal requirements, and drives successful project outcomes from concept through completion. Project Managers in the Construction Management Division are responsible for managing multiple capital construction and major maintenance projects of varying size, scope, and complexity. Working in partnership with state agencies and community colleges, Project Managers oversee all phases of project delivery - from planning and programming through design, procurement, contracting, construction, warranty and closeout.

Key responsibilities include developing and managing project budgets; leading procurement and bid processes; coordinating design oversight and construction administration; enforcing scheduling, cost controls, and quality assurance measures; and ensuring full compliance with applicable statutes, codes, and regulatory requirements. Project Managers also serve as the primary liaison between stakeholders, contractors, architects, and consultants, attending commission and committee meetings as needed and conducting on-site observations to verify the work meets approved plans and specifications.

Preferences include a Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a related field with directly relevant experience OR six to eight (6-8) years of directly relevant experience in construction project management, procurement, and contract administration. Strong understanding of state and federal procurement laws, construction statues, and regulatory compliance is required. Exceptional organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple large or complex projects simultaneously are also necessary. Proficiency with project management and scheduling software, as well as other computer applications commonly used in design and construction, is required.

Physical working conditions include travel will be required with overnight stays away from the office. Work hours vary. Prolonged sitting, standing, climbing, and walking on uneven or slippery terrain at construction and project sites will be required. Some observations at heights with temporary facilities, including roofs, are required. Many project sites have limited environmental controls, which can include dust, heat, cold, and other environmental challenges that are a part of project observations.