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Salary: $116,699.98 - $175,049.97 Annually
Location : Medina, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 26TRNS225TD13
Department: Transportation Project Delivery
Division: Trans Construction
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/21/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
The Hennepin County Public Works Transportation Project Delivery department is seeking a Construction Division Manager, who will be responsible for the overall management of the division. The Construction Division consists of over 50 professionals who oversee and manage the county's transportation construction projects, with this position having a primary focus on road and bridge construction.
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Location and hours:
This position is hybrid and will be performed on-site at various locations depending on projects and at the Public Works Facility in Medina at 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340, and remote as job duties require. However, it is anticipated the position's primary work location will remain flexible. There is no public transportation to this facility. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, with typical hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.
About this position:
This is a full-time benefit earning position.
This position is internally classified as an Engineer, Administrative.
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In this position, you will:

• Plan, organize, and direct the division's work into prioritized programs and projects; determine which projects will be completed by unit staff and which projects will be completed by consultants under staff supervision, including analysis of seasonal workload needs and the development of work plans to meet division and department goals.
• Represent the Construction division on matters related to projects on county roads and bridges.
• Prepare administrative reports, budgets and communication as requested by county leadership.
• Participate in the development of department strategic planning efforts and develop, implement, and monitor associated performance measures.
• Prepare and give presentations and represent the department or division before public and private bodies and affected citizen or related groups presenting critical organizational issues.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with governmental, private, and other public officials or representatives of affected groups relating to road and bridge improvements.
• Decide and effectively recommend practices, guidelines, and procedures.
• Participate as a management representative in labor negotiations, grievance, mediation, and arbitration proceedings with labor union employees.
• Provide leadership to further department-based strategies that align with county goals, mission and core values for diversity, equity and inclusion.

Need to have:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in civil, mechanical or electrical engineering or other engineering field appropriate to the position and six years or more of professional engineering experience including at least two years of experience at or above the level of a Senior Professional Engineer.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) by the Minnesota State Board of Registration or Minnesota License eligible within six (6) months of hire.

Nice to have:

• Experience:
  • As a project engineer administering road and bridge construction contracts.
  • Administering and completing Federal or MnDOT State Aid funded road and/or bridge construction contracts, including the submittal and acceptance of final documentation.
  • Working with government agencies and contractors.
  • Managing complex road and bridge construction projects, including negotiating and managing contract and agreements with other agencies.
  • Assessing and implementing changes needed to improve workflows and efficiencies internally and/or with other departments or agencies.
  • Supervising and/or managing staff, including a team of engineers and/or engineering technicians.
• Knowledge of:
  • Federal, state, and local laws pertaining to construction contract administration, especially for federally funded projects.
  • Budget evaluation, preparation, and control.
  • The principles and practices of civil or structural engineering.
  • Supervisory principles and practices.
• Ability to:
  • Effectively oversee multiple projects and responsibilities concurrently.
  • Direct, coordinate, and evaluate the work of a professional and technical staff.
  • Develop and coordinate appropriate divisional, departmental programs, and projects.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with contractors, public officials, county employees, and the general public.

About the department:
We envision a Transportation Department whose members are respectful of one another and the public we serve and are committed to the delivery of a safe, high-quality county highway system. We are widely trusted and recognized for innovation, collaboration and the responsible use of resources.
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that eliminate disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.
Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at (login as Guest).
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the elimination of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
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If you have any questions, please contact:
Taylor Dahlberg
Why work here?
Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't - including:

• Meaningful work
• Public service
• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous benefits
• Opportunities to grow
• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.
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If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found
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This position is hybrid and will be performed on-site at various locations depending on projects and at the Public Works Facility in Medina at 1600 Prairie Drive, Medina, MN 55340, and remote as job duties require. However, it is anticipated the position's primary work location will remain flexible. There is no public transportation to this facility. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, with typical hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.
Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

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In which of the following field(s) do you hold a bachelor's degree or higher? Check all that apply.

• Civil engineering
• Electrical engineering
• Mechanical engineering
• Structural engineering
• Other engineering field
• None of the above

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List your relevant education including area(s) of study, school(s) attended, and degree(s)/certification(s) earned. If you do not have relevant education, type "None" in the space provided.
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Do you have six years or more of full-time equivalent professional engineering experience?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least two years of full-time equivalent professional engineering experience at or above the level of a Senior Professional Engineer?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your professional engineering experience, including at the Senior Professional Engineer level or above, referencing jobs listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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Which of the following best describe your Professional Engineer (PE) licensure status?

• I am currently registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) by the Minnesota State Board of Registration
• I am not registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) by the Minnesota State Board of Registration, but I will be eligible within 6 months of hire
• Neither of the above

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List your current MN licensure number and expiration date as a Professional Engineer (PE). If you do not yet have this but are eligible to obtain within six months of hire, type "Eligible to obtain" in the space provided.
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How many full-time equivalent years of experience do you have supervising and/or managing staff, including managing a team of engineers and/or engineering technicians?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

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Describe your professional experience supervising and/or managing staff where supervisory experience included managing a team of engineers and/or engineering technicians, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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How many years of experience do you have as a project engineer administering road and bridge construction contracts?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
• 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

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Describe your experience as a project engineer administering road and bridge construction contracts, referencing jobs listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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Do you have experience administering and completing Federal or MnDOT State Aid funded road and/or bridge construction contracts, including the submittal and acceptance of final documentation?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your experience working with Federal or MnDOT State Aid funded road and/or bridge construction contracts, including the submittal and acceptance of final documentation, referencing jobs listed on your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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Please choose the one recruitment source that best describes how you first learned about this job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your selection. Your response to this question helps us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruitment methods.

• College or university (job board, career services, or instructor)
• Community or nonprofit organization (counselor, job board, etc.)
• Employee or recruiter of Hennepin County (supervisor/manager, colleague, or Human Resources)
• Friend or family member that is not a Hennepin County employee
• Hennepin County job notification emails
• Indeed.com
• Job fair or networking event
• LinkedIn
• Print advertisement (flyer, postcard, billboard, transit ad, etc.)
• Professional association (ASCE, APWA, ISACA, etc.)
• Social media (Handshake, Facebook, X, Instagram, etc.)
• hennepin.jobs or governmentjobs.com

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