Project Manager I, II, III - Planning & Programming Engineer

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Transportation Administrative Offices - 1050 North Lindbergh, St. Louis County, MO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-00073
Department: Transportation and Public Works
Opening Date: 03/09/2026
Closing Date: 5/31/2026 11:59 PM Central


Description


The St. Louis County Government Department of Transportation is seeking a Project Manager I, II, III in the Planning and Programming section of the Project Development Division. This position will share responsibilities in transportation system improvement studies, development of transportation concept plans, development of transportation system policy, development of transportation system standards, reviewing pavement ratings, maintaining street attribute data in GIS, assist with support of funding applications, and updates to GIS mapping.

The position will be based out of the Department of Transportation/Public Works offices in Creve Coeur. The qualifications of the selected individual will determine whether the position is filled at level I, II or III. Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit


The annual starting salary ranges for each position level are:
Project Manager I: $59,696 - $89,564
Project Manager II $64,188 - $96,283
Project Manager III: $68,993 - $103,500

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Examples of Duties


Engineer/Transportation Planner Essential Function Examples:
• Operate the Geographical Information Systems (GIS) based Asset Management System software.
• Manage pavement rating program.
• Manage external traffic study review and approval along with internal traffic study preparation.
• Assist in internal concept plan development.
• Provide engineering support (analysis for planning studies and design projects) for external concept plan and permit review.
• Conduct research and provide record management.
• Assist in development and maintenance of Develop and maintain an ongoing, prioritized plan of proposed pavement rehabilitation, pavement preservation and ADA improvement projects that meet the Department's budget constraints and anticipated federal funding availability.
• Provide support in developing the Department's 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan by aligning projected revenue with the Department's prioritized plan of improvements.
• Assist in planning studies and other engineering projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications


To qualify for a Project Manager I, candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or other related engineering field or Transportation Planning.


To qualify for a Project Manager II, candidates should have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) and be registered as a Engineering Intern with the Missouri Board of Engineers, Architects and Land Surveyors.

To qualify for a Project Manager III, candidates should be Registered Professional Engineers or Architects by the Missouri Board of Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors and Professional Landscape Architects or a certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners and have five years of practical experience.

Requires proficiency in common transportation engineering software. Experience with ArcGIS, MicroStation, OpenRoads, Autoturn, Synchro and Microsoft Excel is preferred.

Additional Information


A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available. The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above.

Responses provided to the interview questions listed under the Supplemental Question heading of this posting will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. Once questions are scored, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.


The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.

All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.


In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
HOW TO APPLY : Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at . We only accept On-line applications.

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St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11-12 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance.

In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.

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How did you hear about this opportunity with St. Louis County? What interests you about this role?
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Why are you interested in this position?
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Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering?

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• No

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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Transportation Planning?

• Yes
• No

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Are you registered as an Engineer-In-Training or an Engineer Intern?

• Yes
• No

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Are you a Registered Professional Engineer by the Missouri Board of Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors and Professional Landscape Architects?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess certification by the American Institute of CertifiedPlanners?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of experience do you have in transportation engineering? Please make sure your answer is represented by the employment you list on the application.
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Please indicate which software you consider yourself proficient in?

• ArcGis
• MicroStation
• OpenRoads
• AutoTURN
• Synchro
• Microsoft Excel

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Other than the transportation engineering software listed in the question above, what other transportation software do you have experience with?
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Please provide any previous work experience you have had with St. Louis County Government including roles you held and the dates of employment. Further, please explain the reason(s) for your departure from the organization. If this does not apply to you, simply enter n/a.
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