Pavement Design Engineer/Project Manager
FT/PT Status - Full-Time
Salary - $38.40 - $62.29 Hourly Wage
Remote Work/In-Office - In-Office / On-Site
Recruiter - Michelle Boone mboone1@utah.gov 8019654165
Application Deadline - 7/22/2026*
*This recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received. We encourage candidates to submit their application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a highly organized, motivated, and skilled Pavement Design Engineer/Project Manager (Engineer III) to join the Region Two Materials Lab.
Key ResponsibilitiesIn this position, you will function as the Project Manager and Project Designer for the pavement preservation projects (Orange Book projects) for Region Two. This is a unique position within UDOT as you will be responsible for performing both the pavement designs and project management for Region Two construction projects. The Pavement Design Engineer/Project Manager directs the project from the planning phase through design and assists through construction.
As the Pavement Design Engineer/Project Manager, you are responsible for:
- Performing pavement design for all Region Two construction projects.
- Writing necessary materials specifications.
- Working with the Pavement Management Engineer to maintain Region Two pavement network condition.
- Defining a project scope.
- Preparing project estimates, budgets, and schedules.
- Participating in the design reviews for all Region Two construction projects.
- Coordinating and monitoring the work involved in the tasks.
- Ensuring that pavement preservation projects follow UDOT advertising and design processes.
- Coordinating with other Project Managers and Designers.
- Coordinating with the Region Two Materials Lab Manager to obtain pavement samples and soils samples for testing.
- Coordinating project issues through continuing and timely communication with the Department's partners, public involvement, risk assessment, management, and monthly project schedule and accounting updates.
- Any other duties as assigned.
QualificationsThe qualified candidate for the Pavement Design Engineer/Project Manager position will have:
- A Professional Engineer (PE) license in Utah in accordance with the provisions of Utah Code Annotated 58-22.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and organizational skills.
- Excellent skills in identifying and solving complex problems.
- The ability to mentor and train others.
This position may be filled as an Engineer II for those who are not qualified for the Engineer III level. For the Engineer II level (salary range $35.25 - $59.01), the qualified candidate will have:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering; and
- Proof of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE); and
- Completed at least two years of post-graduate engineering experience. (A Master's degree in a related field may be considered for one year of post-graduate experience.)
About the Role
Location -
2010 S 2760 W
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84104
United States
Background Check Required - Yes
Drug Test Required - No
Schedule Code - B - Competitive Career Service
Why You Should Join Our Team
A Mission That Matters - At UDOT, our mission is to "Enhance quality of life through transportation." We help the traveling public get where they want, when they want, as safely as possible. By joining our team, you contribute to the framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and a Strong Economy for all of Utah.
Our Culture and Values - We aren't just a state agency; we are a team built on an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. We live by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these values resonate with you, you will find a home here!
The Agency
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EEO StatementThe State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.