Federal Aid Project Manager (Engineer) - MN Dept of Transportation
Federal Aid Project Manager | Engineer Senior Salary Range: $38.39 - $56.48 / hourly; $80,158 - $117,930 / annually | Engineer 2 Graduate Salary Range: $31.58 - $46.67 / hourly; $65,939 - $97,447 / annually
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to get your foot in the door with State of Minnesota? If so, come join our MnDOT team in Roseville, MN! Begin your journey today and check us out: Why Work For Us
This position has the flexibility to work in the office or a hybrid schedule that includes in office and teleworking time. If working a hybrid schedule, the incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.
Our Federal Aid Project Manager position exists to guide, manage, and support state and local agencies in the development and delivery of their local federal-aid transportation projects. The incumbent is responsible for the processing, review, and approval of project layouts, environmental documentation, project documents, and construction plans to ensure conformance with state aid rules and guidance, regional policies, state policy, and federal regulations. This role is instrumental in ensuring timely and compliant project delivery in alignment with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Metropolitan Council requirements.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Learn About Our Benefits
· Health & Wellness: Low-cost medical, dental, vision, & prescription drug plans; health, dental, & dependent care spending accounts; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), health & well-being resources
· Financial Well-Being: Public pension plans, deferred compensation plan & health care savings plan; life insurance, short & long-term disability insurance, & paid parental leave
· Professional Development: Tuition assistance, employee education, leadership development
· Work/Life Balance: Paid vacation & sick leave including 12 paid holidays each year
· At-Work Benefits: Employee Resource Groups, employee recognition, employee activities, fitness center at our Central Office
Here are the Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications for Engineer Senior:
To qualify for Engineer Senior, applicants must meet all the following:
Licensure as a professional engineer with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID) or ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity. (If obtaining licensure through reciprocity, a temporary permit from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR prior to starting employment.)
Valid Class D Driver’s License.
Minimum Qualifications for Engineer 2 Graduate:
To qualify for Engineer 2 Graduate, applicants must meet all the following:
A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university; and two years post-graduation civil engineering work; OR
A Master’s degree in Civil from an ABET accredited college/university; and one year of post-graduation civil engineering work.
AND
A passing score on the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
A valid Class D Driver’s License.
Engineer Senior & Engineer 2 Graduate resumes must also clearly demonstrate:
Project management experience.
Experience working with City and County engineers on federal, state, and state aid.
Knowledge of State Aid rules and Federal Aid regulations sufficient to assist local agencies in administration of their Federal Aid program.
*Attention Applicants: This vacancy is being announced at two different job classes at the same time: Engineer Senior and Engineer 2 Graduate. Only one position will be filled; the final class and starting salary of this position is dependent on the successful applicant’s qualifications.
APPLY ONLINE BY 06/29/2026 (only applications received on mn.gov/careers will be considered)
Go to www.mn.gov/careers & click “Search Open Positions”
Enter the Job Opening ID “94924” in the Keywords search box & click “>>”
Click on the Job Title to view the job posting & click “Apply for Job”
When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: MN Crossroads
Visit www.dot.state.mn.us/careers/ for a listing of all our MnDOT job openings.
Contact: Ellen Behrhorst (MnDOT Recruitment Specialist) - Ellen.Behrhorst@state.mn.us | 612.346.8330