Consultant Plans Engineer

Consultant Plans Engineer

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Consultant Plans Engineer. This position serves as the Consultant Design Bureau's Consultant Plans Engineer and Section Supervisor. The position is responsible for developing and managing major consultant engineering projects and contracts for statewide projects. The position is also responsible for developing and administering Section policies, standards, and program functions to ensure consistency with engineering standards, State and federal regulations, and Department requirements.

The position reports to the Consultant Design Bureau Chief (Consultant Design Engineer) and directly manages a staff of 9.0 FTE within the Section. The Consultant Design Bureau develops, manages, and oversees transportation design projects, including the procurement and management all professional consultant services contracts for MDT. A primary role of the Bureau is the management and development of design projects, including coordinating and documenting design work between consultants and MDT.

The Transportation Alternatives (TA) Program is also managed in this Bureau.

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

Required

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field. 4 years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience in design, construction, or maintenance. 2 years of experience in program or project management. 3 years of supervisory experience. A Montana Professional Engineer (PE) License Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the concepts and theories of civil engineering, mathematics, contract law and administration. Knowledge of project planning; research methods and techniques. Knowledge of State, Federal, AASHTO, and FHWA standards; project specifications; highway construction methods and techniques. Skill in project management, planning and organizing the work of others. Skill in developing and administering a variety of diverse projects and functions.

Salary: $50.77 - $50.77 Hourly Telework Eligibility:
Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility:
Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings: 1 Employee Status:
Regular

Schedule:

Full-Time

Job Type: Standard

Shift: Day Job Travel:
Yes, 5 % of the Time Primary

Location:

Helena Agency:
Department of Transportation Union: 000 - None

Posting Date:
Aug 21, 2026, 4:31:32 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone):
Sep 4, 2026, 5:59:00 AM Required Application Materials:
Cover Letter, Resume Contact Name:
Morgan Stibi | Contact Email: mstibi | Contact Phone:

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division at . The Montana Department of Transportation is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

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