Senior Program Management Engineer (PCE II)

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:

• Job Posting closes: December 17, 2025

Kansas Department of Transportation

At KDOT, we reward our staff’s hard work by providing training opportunities, a family-oriented work environment and service recognition. Promotional opportunities, free parking, and potential hybrid work schedules are also offered. KDOT is a great place to work, so come be part of our team!

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About the Position:

• Who can apply: Anyone / Current State Employees / Current KS Department of Transportation Employees
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Full/Part-time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans’ Preference Eligible: Yes

Search Keywords: Topeka, Lawrence, Overland Park, Leavenworth, Bonner Springs, Edwardsville, Kansas City, Lamar, Shawnee, Holton, Oskaloosa, Lawrence, Ottawa, Osage City, Eskridge, Alma, Wamego

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Compensation:

• Annual Salary Range: $98,363.20 to $105,146.60
• Hourly Pay Range: $47.29 to $50.55

Employment Benefits:

• Work-Life Balance Programs:
  • Paid Leave: Vacation, Holidays, Parental, Military, Sick, Funeral and Jury Duty
  • Employee Assistance Program
    • For help managing daily life at no cost to you
  • Infant at Work Program
  • Voluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• First-Day Coverage:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vison Insurance
  • Tax Advantage Accounts: HSA, HRA, FSA with qualifying plans
• Life Insurance:
  • Employer paid basic group life
  • Optional group life insurance available at a reasonable cost.
• Retirement:
  • KPERS and Deferred Compensation
• Other Benefits:
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid on-the-job training programs.
  • Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
  • Employee discounts with the STAR Program
  • And more!

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Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Position Summary:

This Sr Program Management Engineer (PCE II) position works within the Division of Program & Project Management and has the option of working out of Topeka, at the Eisenhower State Office Building or Lawrence.

This position will play a vital role in not only the operation of Program and Project Management, but the entire Agency. There will be limited travel required for this position, however there will be some. With a two-year rolling program, there will be local consultation required every two years. This includes traveling throughout the state to meet locals, gather input, and then use the input to aid with project scoring and ultimately, project selection.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Serves as support staff for the current director regarding all things program related including direct oversight in the development of projects for the statewide multi-year highway improvement program and set-aside programs.
• Initiates, develops, manages, and updates project authorizations, project scopes, and cost estimates for each fiscal year of the multi-year program. Work involves use of the Priority Formula and consultation with other KDOT bureaus. Monitors approved projects and determines the effect of changes in letting dates, project development schedules, project scopes, and project cost estimates.
• Oversee project and program controls. This position will actively work with division staff, other divisions, program management consultants and agency executives throughout the process of reviewing completed work and work in progress.
• Administrates the Plans, Specifications and Estimate (PS & E) process for all KDOT Federal Aid construction projects. Confirms that all necessary documents and agreements have been submitted and meet Federal regulation, that all clearances have been obtained, and that plans, specifications, and construction estimates are complete.
• Directs the development and documentation related to Division Activities including both current, past, and future policy driven efforts. This includes close coordination with many different Bureaus and Divisions.
• Supervises and directs staff on tasks related to Program Management. This includes both teaching and training aspects for future agency leadership.
• Serves as principal Administrative Assistant to the Director of Program and Project Management by planning and coordinating internal project development operations and related activities and supervising personnel. Represents the Director of Program and Project Management on committees, task forces, and at meetings as assigned.
• Program Management Consultant (PMC) Management: Aids in the management of KDOT’s Program Management Consultants (PMCs). This includes, but is not limited to directing, coordinating, and approving Program Controls and other project specific task orders and items.
• Enhanced Priority Formula System (EPFS) Lead Engineer: Uses the Enhanced Priority Formula System and oversees the maintenance, utilization, and deployment of this system.

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Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Professional Civil Engineering License
• 6 years of experience in engineering, including one year of supervisory.
• Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency. Transcripts are required for education to be considered.
• Valid Driver’s License at time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of Project Management and supervisory experience
• 1+ years of Program Management Experience
• Knowledge of WinCPMS, its operation and functionality
• Detail oriented with the ability to become proficient in using databases and perform data analysis.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Post-Offer/Pre-employment Requirements:

• Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/Default.aspx .
  If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at (785) 296-3199 or by email at kdor_specialprojects@ks.gov

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name: Kim Munoz
• Email: KDOT.HQ.JobApps@ks.gov
• Phone: (785) 296-8206

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• Transcripts (if substituting education)
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

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• Resume (or choose existing if you have one)
• Cover Letter

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How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.