Project Manager Associate
Date Posted: Apr 20, 2026
Requisition ID: 476337
Location:
Fort Wayne, IN, US, 46808
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Department of Transportation:
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state's quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.
Role Overview:
As a Project Manager Associate, you will be responsible for the oversight and management of a sizeable project portfolio (approximately 70) while adhering to a high level of quality standards. Additionally, you will work with a team of Subject Matter Experts and other Project Managers to ensure the timely delivery of the INDOT Fort Wayne Capital Program. This position may also assist and participate in district and/or statewide initiatives focused on agency improvement. The ideal candidate will bring a positive and flexible approach to the workplace while consistently upholding the Agency's core values. The selected candidate will be expected to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, often in a public setting and occasionally after regular business hours, be inquisitive, self-driven and organized, and have a working understanding of basic computer skills.
Location:
This position is with INDOT's Ft Wayne Unit.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $59,800.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Manage project team through all phases of project planning, execution, and closeout consistent with established project delivery processes to meet the scope, schedule, budget, and other specified requirements.
Complete the scope of work ensuring INDOT's quality, financial, risk management and policy expectations are met.
Review overall work progress and technical performance on the project.
Communicate efforts during project delivery to ensure project success.
Review and understand all functional (ROW, environmental, design, utility, etc.) requirements to ensure clear expectations and establish predictable workloads.
Facilitate cross-functional engagement with design and construction.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:
Ability to manage?projects?of?low, moderate complexity and?dollar?value, generally
Ability to engage and communicate information with internal and external stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to plan project scope and schedule consistent with the project development process.
Ability to establish and manage project budget, understanding all financial implications/issues.
Specialized knowledge of project standards with rural, suburban and urban areas.
Working knowledge and experience with the Uniform Relocation on Assistance & Real Property Acquisition Policy Act requirements.
Advanced range of experience managing environmental documents.
Working knowledge of medium-level permit requirements.
For INDOT candidates, you must have the following requirements to be considered for employment:
Successful completion of Purdue's Project Management Essentials Course after 12 months but before 24 months of employment.
A degree is not required. However, at least four (4) years of project management related experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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