Manager, Engineering (DOT/D2 #19591)

Onsite$96,366 - $154,170/yrPosted Sep 22, 2026

Job details

Location
Roswell, New Mexico
Work type
Onsite
Compensation
$96,366 - $154,170/yr
Posted
Sep 22, 2026
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About this role

Salary

 

$46.33 - $74.12 Hourly

$96,358 - $154,173 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C12

Posting Details

 
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within one week of the job advertisement closing date.

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) provides a safe and efficient transportation system for the traveling public while promoting economic development and preserving New Mexico's environment.

Vision Statement: Set the standard for a safe, reliable, and efficient transportation system.

Mission Statement: Provide a safe and efficient transportation system for the traveling public, while promoting economic development and preserving the environment of New Mexico.

Core Values: Safety, Accountability, Customer Service, Integrity, Teamwork, and Communication.

*****Applications submitted without work experience, or a resume will not be considered.  If attaching a resume, the resume must include dates of employment for each job (month & year) and details of work experience/job duties.  Please make sure to attach your high school diploma, transcripts, degree, or CDL if required in the minimum qualifications.*****

As a valued new employee to NMDOT, you may be eligible to receive three (3) days of administrate leave upon your start date. This is applicable to external hires not within the State of New Mexico Government.

Employee Perks Program with NMDOT:  https://www.dot.nm.gov/employee-perks-program/

Why does the job exist?

 
This position is the first level of management in the Engineering Series which provides supervision over subordinate engineers in which the primary focus is on resource management and the leadership of staff. The Manager, Engineering position is responsible for managing all aspects of a specific agency project. This function requires having knowledge of Federal regulations and engineering requirements for this program area; coordinating with the Federal oversight and other agencies/departments and outside contracted firm; managing employee and project work and preparing progress reports.

How does it get done?

 
Key responsibilities include:
Development of constructible designs that comply with standards and specifications requirements and producing deliverable plan sets for various stages of project reviews up to bidding.
Develop project scope with technical staff, design/construction team members, and other organizations as applicable.
Conduct field visits to projects during design and construction, and communicate conditions with senior engineers, agencies, communities, and consultants as required.
Review and evaluate proposals submitted in response to agency RFPs.
Sign and seal with professional engineering seal all final, specific project-related contracts, plans, and reports.
Review plans, design contracts, construction contracts, interim and final construction inspections, requests for change orders, and administrative closeout of publicly funded construction projects.

Who are the customers?

 
NMDOT Staff

Ideal Candidate

 
The ideal candidate will have preferred edition and/or experience in the following:
Professional Engineer (PE) License in Civil Engineering as certified by the New Mexico Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors (NMBLPEPS).
Highway design and project development using AASHTO criteria and NMDOT standards and specifications.
Supervising and developing staff.
Developing scopes, estimates, and complete biddable plans.
Developing local projects and working with NMDOT staff, FHWA, and local and tribal entities.

Minimum Qualification

 
Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant engineering discipline with licensure and five (5) years of engineering experience, one (1) of which must be as a Licensed Professional Engineer. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling nine (9) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Must be certified by the NMBLPEPS as a Licensed Professional Engineer in good standing within six (6) months of hire.

Employment Requirements

 
Employment requires successful completion of post offer pre-employment physical. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Business Reference check and Driver's License verification are required and employment is conditional pending results.

Working Conditions

 
Work is primarily performed in an office setting. Extensive use of personal computer. Travel throughout the state and occasional out of state travel may be required.

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Sabrina McAlister 575-626-6979Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

 
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
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