Job Title: Senior Project Manager - Surface Projects
Posted By: City of Missoula
Opening Date: Oct 14, 2026
Are you ready to lead impactful infrastructure projects that make a lasting difference in the community?
The City of Missoula is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Senior Project Manager – Surface Projects to lead complex, multimillion-dollar projects that shape how our community moves, grows, and connects. From streets and sidewalks to critical public infrastructure improvements, you’ll guide projects from planning and design through construction, balancing technical excellence, fiscal responsibility, and community priorities to help build a safer, more accessible, and more connected Missoula.
In this leadership role, you’ll bring people, ideas, and resources together to turn ambitious plans into real-world results. You’ll lead multidisciplinary teams, manage consultant and contractor partnerships, oversee project budgets and schedules, and engage with residents, City staff, elected officials, and external agencies to keep projects moving forward. If you’re a collaborative problem-solver who thrives on complex challenges, values transparent and responsive public service, and wants to see the tangible results of your work in the community, we invite you to bring your expertise to the City of Missoula.
Priority screening of applications will begin on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. It is in your best interest to apply before this date. Applicants applying on or after this date will only be considered if a competitive applicant pool is not received.
To Apply: All applicants must submit the City of Missoula Application.
Resumes will not be reviewed. All details should be entered on the application.
Starting Pay:
This is a salaried (Exempt) position. The starting salary for this position is $90,646 to $105,414 annually ($43.58 to $50.68 per hour), depending on qualifications and experience. This position has a full salary range of $90,646 to $111,737 annually ($43.58 to $53.72 per hour), reflecting potential wage growth over time through annual longevity increases and cost-of-living adjustments.
Contact Info
Name: Emmalee Plenger
Phone: 406-552-6136
Email: [email protected]
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