Project Manager, Operations Management
Listed on 2026-10-23
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Business
Operations Management
State of Mississippi
$50,825.00 - $63,654.83 Annually
Location
25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Full-Time
Job Number
Hs
0941 - TRANSPORTATION
Opening Date
10/20/2026
10/30/2026 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)
Agency Minimum Salary
$50,825.00
$63,654.83
About the AgencyThe Mississippi Department of Transportation is responsible for providing a safe intermodal transportation network that is planned, designed, constructed, and maintained in an effective, cost-efficient, and environmentally sensitive manner. Questions about this position can be directed to recruiting.gov.
Key Responsibilities- Review and audit contract documents, monthly pay estimates, and contractor payroll submissions for accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinate and lead pre-letting and pre-construction meetings.
- Assist with bid letting processes, including reviewing and publishing letting information.
- Prepare and upload vendor purchase reports, wage decisions, executed proposals, and project-specific documents.
- Work closely with Project Engineers and their staff to review pay estimates, resolve issues, and ensure proper procedures are followed.
- Maintain the Material Purchase Certificate database and coordinate vendor updates with the Financial Management Division.
- Participate in public presentations and assist with reviewing final project data.
- Supervise, train, and support employees while managing assignments, workloads, and performance.
- Assist with hiring recommendations, employee evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actions.
- Recommend improvements to divisional operations, policies, and procedures.
The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Must be detail-oriented, proficient in Microsoft Office, and able to work effectively with Project Engineers, contractors, and staff. The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, dependability, initiative, teamwork, and a commitment to achieving organizational goals.
Preferred Qualifications- Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years of experience.
- Hiring agency prefers:
Supervisory experience.
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
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