Architect, Environmental​/ Urban Planning

• Working Title:
  
  Architect 2
• Job Class:
  Architect 2
• Agency:
  Transportation Dept
• Job
• Location:
  
  St. Paul
• Telework Eligible:
  Yes
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 02/13/2026
• Closing Date: 03/02/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE
• Division/Unit:
  Maintenance / Building
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Days
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $41.43 - $59.35 / hourly; $86,505 - $123,922 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. 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.

This position will provide professional architectural design, documentation, and construction project management activities required to support the repair, replacement, and preservation of MnDOT facilities. This position will spend a majority of the time on project management of building construction contracts.

MnDOT does not sponsor applicants for visas or Optional Practical Exam for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

• Licensed as a Professional Architect with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design.
• AND three years of post‑licensure, professional architectural experience that demonstrates the following:
  • Experience managing the design and construction of all phases (pre‑design, design, procurement, construction, and post occupancy) of commercial or industrial building projects, including architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical systems.
  • Experience with “responsible‑in‑charge” management and inspection of construction projects. In the application, list your five most recent projects with a construction value of $3M+.
  • Experience in applying cost management and budgeting principles and practices for construction project management.
  • Experience in the production of design and contract documents, including drawings, technical specifications, and bidding requirements.
  • Experience applying Minnesota building codes, ADA, and environmental regulations.

• Experience using B3 guidelines for the design and construction of sustainable buildings.
• Experience using computer aided drafting tools.
• Experience leading major construction projects with a construction value of $10M+.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS:

• Successful candidate must pass past‑employer reference checks and criminal history check.
• It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
  • SEMA4 Records Check
  • Criminal History Check
  • Employment Reference Check
  • Education/License Verification
  • Drug testing (if needed)

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