Salary: $7,805.20 - $8,238.27 Monthly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Military Department
Division: Military Department
Opening Date: 09/23/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Determined by Position
Job Classification: ENEG12

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Military Department (WYMD) Construction and Facilities Management Office (CFMO) is seeking a Principal Engineer for our design and project management program in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This position is responsible for project management of all projects assigned from conceptual design through completion of construction, record finalization, and construction warranty period. Typical projects range in size and complexity from $250,000 to $25 million. Our design-build construction projects range in variety: asphaltic and concrete pavement rehabilitation, underground utility, new commercial building construction, remodeling of existing commercial buildings, HVAC, and electrical upgrades.
The CFMO is responsible for all design and construction projects for Army National Guard facilities throughout Wyoming, including Camp Guernsey. We construct and maintain the facilities that Army National Guard soldiers train in so they can be ready to respond to any natural disaster or national emergency in Wyoming's communities or anywhere worldwide.
Cheyenne is the capital and most populous city in the state of Wyoming. Around the world, the very name Cheyenne conjures up images of cowboys, trains, and the great outdoors. Today's Cheyenne is all of that and more!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Responsible for the development of scopes of work for future construction projects, including coordination with tenants and stakeholders.
• Responsible for the development of Independent Government Estimates (IGE) to include costs and schedule estimating for future construction projects.
• Responsible for review of project plans and specifications for technical merit and owner intent. Coordinate closely with Architects and designers to ensure functionality, sustainability, and budget are being met during project design phases.
• Works closely with Owner Advisors (OA) that provide consultation and inspection services to the CFMO.
• Responsible for ensuring appropriate documentation is complete for environmental requirements before construction.
• Reviews and manages all design and construction documentation.
• Responsible for coordination of contracts and contract amendments and negotiations with contractors on scope and costs.
• Coordinates work schedules with contractors, inspects workmanship, inspects construction for compliance with plans and specs, and ensures quality control and quality assurance programs are compliant.
• Responsible for the management of project budgets and authorizes payments to contractors and consultants for work performed.
• Assures projects are completed in accordance with plans, specs, and design criteria.
• Coordinates interim and final inspections of construction projects.
• Drafts detailed reports regarding the progress of construction projects.
• Manages warranty repairs for completed construction projects.
• Trains, develops, and mentors junior staff members.
• Advises senior leadership regarding design and construction budgets, schedules, and contracts.
• Participates in selection panels for awarding contracts to design-builders, architects, and engineers.
• Confers or coordinates with other State Agencies or other government levels as needed.
• Responsible for meeting requirements of the National Guard Bureau (NGB) and other relevant agencies on projects.
• Develops and implements standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the project management section.
• Affix the P.E. stamp to completed work.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to candidates with skills and experience with Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
5 years in combination with training and/or experience in fields of construction management, project management, engineering, architecture, or any scientific field.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals relating to construction project management.
• Knowledge of legal aspects regarding State construction contracts.
• Able to effectively communicate through both verbal and written means to relate specific concepts and ideas to senior leadership, contractors, architects, consultants, and design engineers.
• Able to effectively monitor and oversee work schedules and projects.
• Able to manage time effectively to give attention to prioritized projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering)

Experience:

2-4 years of progressive work experience (in Engineering) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Project Engineer

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Professional Engineer's (PE) License Required at time of hire - (Wyoming PE required within six months of hire date.)
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Statewide travel to construction sites is required.
  
• Proper use of relevant Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required on construction sites.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• A valid Driver's license is required.
• Ability to pass a Federal background check for security clearance is required.

Supplemental Information
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(ENEG12) Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering?

• Yes
• No

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(ENEG12) Do you have a Master's degree in Engineering?

• Yes
• No

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(ENEG12) Do you have a Doctorate degree in Engineering?

• Yes
• No

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(ENEG12) Which of the following best describes your work experience Engineering? Experience definition: (This experience includes Engineering experience)

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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(ENEG12) Do you possess a Professional Engineer's (PE) License? - (Wyoming PE required within six months of hire date.)

• Yes
• No

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(ENEG12) Please provide your license no. in the box below.
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Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to pass a federal background check?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have skills and experience with Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint?

• Yes
• No

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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

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(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

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