Program Management and Engineering Supervisor

Program Management and Engineering Supervisor State of Wisconsin - Transportation Madison, WI Job Details Full-time $112,320 - $122,034 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Pension plan Employee assistance program Vision insurance Flexible schedule Qualifications Regulatory inspections Rail transportation Civil engineering Grant management Public policy development Management Supervising experience Policy & process development Project management Transportation engineering Freight Transportation infrastructure projects Senior level Professional Engineer Working on construction estimation projects Full Job Description Introduction Join the Wisconsin Department of Transportation as a Program Management and Engineering Supervisor (Civil Engineer Transportation Supervisor) today! This position provides a great opportunity to work with programs and projects on freight railroads, passenger rail services and harbors across the state. WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring: Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year. Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $49/month for single plans and $122/month for family plans after two months of employment) A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position's requirements An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan Well Wisconsin Wellness Program A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package! In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability. Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work. Position Summary This position supervises professional and technical positions of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation's (WisDOT's) Railroads and Harbors Program Management Unit in the areas of passenger rail, freight rail, and port/harbor program management and project engineering. This position is responsible for policy development and passenger rail operations and management. This position is also responsible for overseeing a full scope of technical railroad engineering services, including but not limited to interpreting and applying policy within programmatic areas. This position also oversees project management of grant projects, construction estimates, engineering services, preparation of technical exhibits to regulatory agencies, port facility inspections, and track and structure inspections. This position is responsible for performing professional engineering work as well as overseeing work performed by engineers. Salary Information This position is in schedule-range (81-30) with an annual salary of $112,320 - $122,034, plus excellent benefits. A twelve-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan. Job Details This state agency does not sponsor work visas. This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking

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extension. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States. Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting. Occasional travel on an independent basis is required to travel to visit field sites and to attend meetings in Milwaukee and Chicago. Qualifications Minimum requirement - A valid Professional Engineering registration and be able to obtain a Wisconsin PE registration within 3 months if the PE registration is from another state. In addition to the minimum requirement, qualified applicants will have experience in transportation program or project management. How To Apply Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the "Qualifications" section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3. Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline. The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page and review method 2 for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Becca Ott at or 608-266-7623. Deadline to Apply The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM CST on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.