Transportation Project Manager - St. Louis District

About the role

This position will serve as the St. Louis Project Manager managing various safety and operations studies, traffic related projects, and other overflow projects as assigned across the district. The transportation project manager drives the project scoping process, directs project core teams across all phases of project development, and is responsible for achievement of project goals within budget and on schedule; serves as the department's engineer of record on roadway projects. Responsibilities are performed under general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Directs district project core teams composed of planning, design, bridge, construction, maintenance, legal, right of way, utility, traffic, and maintenance personnel, in project planning, scheduling and budgeting.
• Monitors project team activity and design plans for compliance with federal regulations, management directives, and department policies and procedures; signs and seals roadway plans and specifications.
• Coordinates project activities with cities, counties and other state and federal agencies.
• Serves as the department contact for elected officials, property owners, media, contractors and the general public on project development issues; works with community relations personnel to develop the project development communication plan.
• Reviews and makes recommendations and final decisions during the development of highway construction plans, including design exceptions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university curriculum.
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri.
• Six years of progressive experience in engineering positions, including demonstrated ability to manage teams, multiple projects, and focus on several functional areas of engineering.

Working conditions

Job requires district-wide and/or statewide travel. This title requires advanced accreditation or licensure which is only available to holders of specific postsecondary degrees.

Benefits

• Defined pension plan
• Generous amounts of leave and holiday time
• Eligibility for health insurance coverage

Job Location: St. Louis District Office - 1590 Woodlake Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017

Posting closes 09/09/2026