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Location : Transportation Administrative Offices - 1050 North Lindbergh, St. Louis County, MO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-00527
Department: Transportation and Public Works - HIWYS Civil Plan Review
Opening Date: 07/20/2026
Closing Date: 9/11/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
The St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works is seeking a Project Manager I, II, III in the Civil Plan Review section of the Project Development Division. This role includes plan review and permitting of road improvements, land disturbance, stormwater, floodplain, and utility work for residential subdivision developments, commercial site developments, public agency projects, and utility company projects.
The position will be based out of the Department of Transportation and Public Works offices in Creve Coeur. The qualifications and experience level of the selected individual will determine whether the Project Manager is filled at level I, II or III.
The annual starting salary ranges for each position level are:
Project Manager I: $61,193 - $73,424
Project Manager II $65,790 - $78,956
Project Manager III: $70,720 - $84,864
As an employer, St. Louis County cares about the health and well-being of our employees. In an effort to provide for the best possible work-life balance, the County offers a generous benefit package which includes a variety of benefits that include affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off the first year and increasing with seniority, 11-12 paid holidays, 480 hours of paid parental leave, and a robust Wellness Plan. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, 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. Additionally, St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit
Examples of Duties
Review engineering plans for work in County right-of-way and land disturbance. Ensure that designs follow engineering specifications and codes.
Review dedications, quantities, estimates, calculations and specifications for accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Review floodplain development studies.
Work with the public, consultants, developers, applicants, County inspection personnel and other staff to resolve design and permitting issues.
Conduct research and provide record management.
Prepare reports of work.
Perform site visits during plan review and construction.
Provide assistance and information to the general public and various agencies.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Project Manager I:
Candidates should possess one of the following:

• College Senior status in a Bachelor's Degree program in Civil Engineering or Architecture. Degree must be from an accredited college or university and conferred on or before agreed upon start date; if these parameters are not satisfied, any contingent offer of employment will be rescinded.

OR

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, or related Engineering field from an ABET accredited school. Progression to a Project Manager II will occur upon obtaining qualifications for the level II position.

Project Manager II:
Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field and have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) and be registered as an Engineering Intern with the Missouri Board of Engineers, Architects and Land Surveyors. Progression to a Project Manager III will occur upon obtaining qualifications for the level III position.
Project Manager III:
Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field and be a Registered Professional Engineer by the Missouri Board of Engineers, Architects and Land Surveyors; or a Registered Professional Architect by the Missouri Board of Engineers, Architects and Land Surveyors, and five years of practical experience.
Additional Information
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: 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. The interview 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. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, 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 www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept On-line applications.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov
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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Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field from an ABET accredited university?

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Have you passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) and are registered as a Engineering Intern with the Missouri Board of Engineers, Architects and Land Surveyors?

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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?

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

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Please provide an overview of your skills and experiences, including any professional certifications, that you feel makes you and especially good fit for this role.
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