Project Manager & Senior Project Manager (Transportation)

General Description Posting Type: Open-competitive Department: Transportation Hours: Full-time Location: Western Service Center, Apple Valley Union: None Posting Close Date: 4:30 pm on Thursday, November 5, 2026 Full Salary Range: The position level at which the offers are extended is based on the candidate's ability to meet the minimum qualifications and relevant years of experience. *** Project Manager $73,515 - $114,868 *** Senior Project Manager $82,337 - $128,651 *** What You'll Do The Dakota County Transportation Department is currently seeking candidates to fill a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager position in the Project Management Engineering unit. Project Managers at Dakota County communicate and act as the project spokesperson to internal staff, external stakeholders, partner agencies, and the County Board on issues related to the project including design, right of way, environmental approvals, and public engagement. Incumbent must balance project needs, scope, time, cost, risk, and quality while maintaining a positive project environment to lead and manage diverse customer and stakeholder expectations. Incumbent represents County interests in plans and projects for Trunk Highway, transit and multi-modal planning and operations led by state, regional, and local agencies. Provides general work direction, assists in project planning, budget preparation, work plan development, and project monitoring throughout the entire project lifecycle. Who We Are Dakota County is Minnesota’s third largest county and home to more than 400,000 residents. We strive every day to achieve excellence public service, with a focus on four values: Service, Integrity, People, and Innovation. Dakota County aims to create an environment that is welcoming and inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and experiences. Our goal is to have a workforce that is reflective of the communities and individuals we serve. We promote an equitable and culturally aware work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves. Minimum Qualifications The minimum qualifications listed below are written at the Project Manager level. You must meet these minimum requirements in order to continue in the recruitment and selection process. Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineer, Planning or a closely related field AND 1 year of Transportation project management work experience. OR Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or a closely related field and 3 years of Transportation project management work experience. OR An equivalent combination of education and direct Transportation project management work experience to equal or exceed 5 years. AND Valid driver's license. Preferred Education Beyond Minimum Qualifications Direct work experience related to transportation project management, multi-modal, transportation planning, or transportation design. A degree in civil engineering with potential to obtain professional licensure. This position will be supervised by a Professional Engineer allowing for Engineer’s in Training to fulfill requirements to obtain professional licensure. An advanced degree in related fields is desirable. Minimum qualifications and duties vary based on position level; the full descriptions and salary ranges for each position are listed under the links below. Responses to the supplemental questions and a complete application will assist the department in accurately rating, selecting, and hiring candidates. It will be at the discretion of the Project Management Supervisor at which level the position is filled. Click here to view the Project Manager position description. Click here to view the Senior Project Manager position description. Pursuant to the Dakota County Policy and Procedures Manual, this position is designated as Safety Sensitive. Duties & Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities listed below are for the Project Manager position in both units. These do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limi…

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