Construction Jobs in Wyoming
Construction jobs in Wyoming are in steady demand, driven by energy infrastructure, commercial development, and state highway projects that keep crews busy from Cheyenne and Casper to Gillette. Major employers with a lasting presence here include Kiewit Corporation, Hensel Phelps, and Black Hills Energy, all of which maintain active Wyoming operations. The most sought-after specialties are heavy civil construction, pipeline work, and commercial building trades including electrical and structural steel. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Salary
$10,008.26 - $11,119.33 Monthly
Location
Laramie, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2026-01737
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
Department of Transportation
Opening Date
07/08/2026
Closing Date
7/22/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Exempt
Job Classification
ENEG14
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time District Construction Engineer to serve in the District 1 Construction Program in Laramie, Wyoming. This position provides leadership and supervision to engineering staff for the planning, development, and construction of various roadways and structure improvement projects within the District in support of the Department's mission to provide a safe, high quality, and efficient transportation system.
Why Laramie?
Set in the beautiful Laramie Valley at the foot of the Snowy Range, Laramie offers the perfect balance of outdoor adventure and small-town charm. Enjoy year-round activities such as skiing, hiking, climbing at Vedauwoo, fishing in alpine lakes, and camping at Curt Gowdy State Park. Laramie is also rich in history, with landmarks like the Wyoming Territorial Prison, while offering a welcoming community and vibrant quality of life.
Why Choose WYDOT?
$2,000 Hiring Bonus– Jumpstart your journey with us! (See eligibility details below)
Bonus perk: Wyoming is one of just nine states with NO state income tax!
Be Part of Something Bigger. At WYDOT, you’re not just an employee—you’re a vital part of building Wyoming’s future. Learn about our mission, vision, and values here. Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
- Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
- Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
- and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!
Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov
Human Resource Contact:
Mandy McMicheal / 307-745-2111 / mandy.mcmicheal@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
- Plan, direct, and oversee the District transportation construction program to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality highway and building projects.
- Provide leadership, direction, coaching, and performance management to professional engineers, technicians, and other staff responsible for project development and construction administration.
- Ensure effective contract administration by monitoring project scope, schedules, quality, compliance, and budget throughout project delivery.
- Develop and manage the District's portion of the State Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP), including identifying transportation needs, establishing project priorities, and developing cost estimates.
- Analyze roadway conditions, pavement and bridge management data, crash history, maintenance records, and other performance measures to determine transportation improvement strategies.
- Monitor project funding, expenditures, and budgets to ensure construction activities remain within authorized funding levels and fiscal year allocations.
- Develop, prepare, and administer the District construction program budget, including prioritizing funding requests and adjusting expenditures to meet operational needs.
- Plan and maintain appropriate staffing levels to effectively deliver the District construction program while promoting employee development, training, and succession planning.
- Coordinate and collaborate with local, state, and federal agencies, contractors, consultants, elected officials, property owners, and other stakeholders regarding transportation projects and construction activities.
- Represent the District by responding to inquiries and providing accurate, timely information and customer service to the public, government officials, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Establish project strategies, policies, and priorities to support the safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of the District's transportation improvement program.
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and department policies, regulations, standards, and engineering practices throughout all phases of project delivery.
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to those applicants with demonstrated skills in customer service, both written and verbal.
Preference may be given to applicants willing to demonstrate excellent skills in oral communication and public speaking.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of:
- Engineering, surveying, and transportation principles related to roadway planning, design, construction, and maintenance.
- Highway engineering concepts, practices, standards, and construction methods.
- Project planning, development, contract administration, and program management.
- Human resources principles, personnel management, and employee development.
- Wyoming Statutes, federal regulations, and Department policies governing the state transportation system.
- Budget development, financial management, scheduling, and resource allocation.
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong leadership, supervisory, and team management skills.
- Effective decision-making, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
- Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
- Ability to develop, mentor, coach, and evaluate employees to promote professional growth and organizational success.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Public speaking and presentation skills with the ability to communicate technical information to diverse audiences.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, government agencies, elected officials, and the public.
- Strong organizational, administrative, budgeting, and project scheduling skills.
- Ability to analyze complex engineering and operational issues and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
- Ability to lead collaborative efforts and build consensus among internal and external stakeholders.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering)
Experience:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (in Engineering) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Staff Engineer
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Professional Engineer's (PE) License Required at time of hire - (Wyoming PE required within one year of hire date.)
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
This takes place in an average work environment.
NOTES:
- FLSA: Exempt
- E-Verify: WYDOT uses 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.
- Current WYDOT employees are eligible for the Employee Moving Expense Plan for this position.
- The chosen applicant must live within the District 1 boundary lines with management discretion.
- The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
- Acceptance of a permanent, full-time position posted for public recruitment.
- Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.
- Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
- One year of service to WYDOT must be completed, failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and funds will be recouped from final pay.
- Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
- Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
- If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.
Supplemental Information
045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Chief Engineer - District Administration
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Salary
$10,008.26 - $11,119.33 Monthly
Location
Laramie, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2026-01737
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
Department of Transportation
Opening Date
07/08/2026
Closing Date
7/22/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Exempt
Job Classification
ENEG14
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time District Construction Engineer to serve in the District 1 Construction Program in Laramie, Wyoming. This position provides leadership and supervision to engineering staff for the planning, development, and construction of various roadways and structure improvement projects within the District in support of the Department's mission to provide a safe, high quality, and efficient transportation system.
Why Laramie?
Set in the beautiful Laramie Valley at the foot of the Snowy Range, Laramie offers the perfect balance of outdoor adventure and small-town charm. Enjoy year-round activities such as skiing, hiking, climbing at Vedauwoo, fishing in alpine lakes, and camping at Curt Gowdy State Park. Laramie is also rich in history, with landmarks like the Wyoming Territorial Prison, while offering a welcoming community and vibrant quality of life.
Why Choose WYDOT?
$2,000 Hiring Bonus– Jumpstart your journey with us! (See eligibility details below)
Bonus perk: Wyoming is one of just nine states with NO state income tax!
Be Part of Something Bigger. At WYDOT, you’re not just an employee—you’re a vital part of building Wyoming’s future. Learn about our mission, vision, and values here. Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
- Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
- Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
- and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!
Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov
Human Resource Contact:
Mandy McMicheal / 307-745-2111 / mandy.mcmicheal@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
- Plan, direct, and oversee the District transportation construction program to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality highway and building projects.
- Provide leadership, direction, coaching, and performance management to professional engineers, technicians, and other staff responsible for project development and construction administration.
- Ensure effective contract administration by monitoring project scope, schedules, quality, compliance, and budget throughout project delivery.
- Develop and manage the District's portion of the State Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP), including identifying transportation needs, establishing project priorities, and developing cost estimates.
- Analyze roadway conditions, pavement and bridge management data, crash history, maintenance records, and other performance measures to determine transportation improvement strategies.
- Monitor project funding, expenditures, and budgets to ensure construction activities remain within authorized funding levels and fiscal year allocations.
- Develop, prepare, and administer the District construction program budget, including prioritizing funding requests and adjusting expenditures to meet operational needs.
- Plan and maintain appropriate staffing levels to effectively deliver the District construction program while promoting employee development, training, and succession planning.
- Coordinate and collaborate with local, state, and federal agencies, contractors, consultants, elected officials, property owners, and other stakeholders regarding transportation projects and construction activities.
- Represent the District by responding to inquiries and providing accurate, timely information and customer service to the public, government officials, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Establish project strategies, policies, and priorities to support the safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of the District's transportation improvement program.
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and department policies, regulations, standards, and engineering practices throughout all phases of project delivery.
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to those applicants with demonstrated skills in customer service, both written and verbal.
Preference may be given to applicants willing to demonstrate excellent skills in oral communication and public speaking.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of:
- Engineering, surveying, and transportation principles related to roadway planning, design, construction, and maintenance.
- Highway engineering concepts, practices, standards, and construction methods.
- Project planning, development, contract administration, and program management.
- Human resources principles, personnel management, and employee development.
- Wyoming Statutes, federal regulations, and Department policies governing the state transportation system.
- Budget development, financial management, scheduling, and resource allocation.
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong leadership, supervisory, and team management skills.
- Effective decision-making, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
- Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
- Ability to develop, mentor, coach, and evaluate employees to promote professional growth and organizational success.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Public speaking and presentation skills with the ability to communicate technical information to diverse audiences.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, government agencies, elected officials, and the public.
- Strong organizational, administrative, budgeting, and project scheduling skills.
- Ability to analyze complex engineering and operational issues and develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
- Ability to lead collaborative efforts and build consensus among internal and external stakeholders.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering)
Experience:
4-6 years of progressive work experience (in Engineering) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Staff Engineer
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Professional Engineer's (PE) License Required at time of hire - (Wyoming PE required within one year of hire date.)
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
This takes place in an average work environment.
NOTES:
- FLSA: Exempt
- E-Verify: WYDOT uses 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.
- Current WYDOT employees are eligible for the Employee Moving Expense Plan for this position.
- The chosen applicant must live within the District 1 boundary lines with management discretion.
- The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
- Acceptance of a permanent, full-time position posted for public recruitment.
- Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.
- Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
- One year of service to WYDOT must be completed, failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and funds will be recouped from final pay.
- Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
- Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
- If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.
Supplemental Information
045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Chief Engineer - District Administration
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
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Construction Job Market in Wyoming
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Manufacturing
- Energy
- Technology & Software
- Government & Public Sector
What Wyoming Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction jobs across Wyoming.
- Active Wyoming contractor license or recognized reciprocal credential through the Wyoming Secretary of State
- OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour construction safety certification required for most site positions
- Proven experience operating heavy equipment such as excavators, cranes, or bulldozers
- Valid commercial driver's license for roles involving equipment transport or haul trucks
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and project specifications
- Willingness to work outdoors year-round in Wyoming's variable high-altitude weather conditions
Construction Jobs in Wyoming: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction worker in Wyoming?
Most construction roles in Wyoming require completing a registered apprenticeship program through a union such as the Wyoming State Building and Construction Trades Council or a contractor association, followed by journey-level certification in your trade. General contractors and subcontractors must hold a license issued by the Wyoming Secretary of State's office. Electricians and plumbers are licensed through the Wyoming Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety, which requires passing a state exam and meeting experience hours.
Which companies hire construction workers in Wyoming?
Employers hiring constructions in Wyoming right now include State of Wyoming, Sletten Companies, and JLL, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Wyoming's energy sector and ongoing state infrastructure projects mean large civil and industrial contractors consistently maintain the deepest rosters of open positions.
Which Wyoming cities have the most construction jobs?
Cheyenne, Casper, and Cody have the most construction openings in Wyoming. Cheyenne leads as the state capital with active commercial and government building projects, Casper anchors the energy corridor with heavy industrial and pipeline work, and Gillette's coal and mining economy sustains a strong demand for civil and mechanical construction crews.
Are there remote construction jobs in Wyoming?
Yes, but they're rare. Construction work is fundamentally hands-on and site-specific, so the overwhelming majority of roles require physical presence on a job site. About 18% of construction openings tied to Wyoming are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions tend to be in project management, estimating, or construction technology roles rather than field trades.
How can I get hired as a construction worker in Wyoming with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a pre-apprenticeship or first-year apprenticeship program through a Wyoming union affiliate or a large general contractor like Kiewit, which regularly brings on laborers and helpers with no prior experience. Community College of Denver's Gillette campus and Casper College offer construction trades coursework that Wyoming employers recognize. Starting as a general laborer, material handler, or flagging crew member lets you build site hours and move toward a formal apprenticeship in carpentry, electrical, or pipefitting.
Where can I find and apply to construction jobs in Wyoming?
You can find and apply to construction jobs in Wyoming on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state. Search for roles that fit your trade, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match. No account required to see the listings.
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