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Kdot Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Senior Project Manager, Traffic Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$96K - $125K/yr

Experience working with KDOT or MoDOT and other local transportation agencies. * Experience with traffic and safety analysis. Knowledge of the MUTCD and Highway Capacity Manual. * Experience with ...

Senior Project Manager, Traffic Engineer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site +1

$96K - $125K/yr

Experience working with KDOT or MoDOT and other local transportation agencies. * Experience with traffic and safety analysis. Knowledge of the MUTCD and Highway Capacity Manual. * Experience with ...

Senior Project Manager, Traffic Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site +1

$96K - $125K/yr

Experience working with KDOT or MoDOT and other local transportation agencies. * Experience with traffic and safety analysis. Knowledge of the MUTCD and Highway Capacity Manual. * Experience with ...

Transportation Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$73K - $96K/yr

PTOE not required but desired • Experience with PowerGEOPAK and/or OpenRoads Designer preferred • MoDOT or IaDOT experience preferred, KDOT experience acceptable Physical Demands and Work ...

Transportation Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$73K - $96K/yr

PTOE not required but desired • Experience with PowerGEOPAK and/or OpenRoads Designer preferred • MoDOT or IaDOT experience preferred, KDOT experience acceptable Physical Demands and Work ...

Project Manager

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

Scout, plan, and review potential projects across State (e.g., KDOT), City, County, and private sectors. * Analyze bid documents, drawings, and specifications to understand project scope, verify ...

Transportation Engineer

Kansas City, MO

$73K - $96K/yr

PTOE not required but desired Experience with PowerGEOPAK and/or OpenRoads Designer preferred MoDOT or IaDOT experience preferred, KDOT experience acceptable Physical Demands and Work Environment:

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How much do kdot jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for kdot in Missouri is $26.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the kdot position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a KDOT (Kansas Department of Transportation) position, strong knowledge of civil engineering, construction management, or transportation planning is typically required, often supported by a relevant degree or certification. Familiarity with project management software, CAD systems, and state or federal transportation regulations is essential. Effective communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving are valuable soft skills for interacting with various stakeholders and addressing project challenges. These skills ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to regulatory standards.

What is a kdot?

A KDOT job refers to a position with the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT), which is responsible for maintaining and improving the state's transportation infrastructure. Jobs at KDOT can include roles in engineering, maintenance, project management, and administrative support. Employees may work on road construction, traffic safety, bridge inspections, and other transportation-related projects. KDOT jobs typically offer competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for career growth in public service.

What advancement opportunities are available for employees working at kdot?

Employees at KDOT have access to a range of professional development and advancement opportunities, including internal promotions, specialized training programs, and leadership development tracks. Many team members start in entry-level engineering or technician roles and progress to project management or supervisory positions over time. KDOT values ongoing education and often supports employees in obtaining additional certifications related to transportation and public infrastructure. Advancement is typically based on merit, experience, and a demonstrated commitment to the agency's mission.

Infographic showing various Kdot job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, and 12% Part Time. Highlights an 98% In-person, and 2% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $55,947 per year, or $26.9 per hour.

Bridge Engineering Department Manager

WSP

Kansas City, MO

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

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Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is looking for a Bridge Engineering Department Manager for our Kansas City office. This candidate will be involved in projects with our Transportation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges. This role is an opportunity to grow a structural design team locally while being supported by an extensive regional and national practice.

Your Impact
  • Lead design, plan development tasks and perform structural analysis and design with a concentration on Kansas and Missouri highway structures
  • Actively maintain project scope, design changes and project budget and schedule while assigned to projects
  • Mentoring, training and develop of staff and others performing similar work
  • Ability to provide close coordination with others on the project as well as independent QC/QA reviews
  • Visiting clients for growing our business and long-term positioning and keeping these clients and other team members well informed of upcoming opportunities
  • Work with marketing staff to oversee and lead technical proposals, including the development of leads, cultivating relationships with decision makers, and drafting compelling letters of interest.
  • Representing WSP at targeted professional society meetings, including presenting at conferences as appropriate and approved
  • Track and monitor structural staff utilization, coordinating with team leads and project managers to provide appropriate forecasts 
  • Perform mid-year reviews and year end performance reviews of staff
  • Other duties as assigned
Who You Are

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering
  • P.E. registration in Kansas and/or Missouri and ability to acquire in other states
  • 15+ years' experience in Structural Engineering with an emphasis on bridges
  • Strong technical skills and background in bridge design, roadway, and KDOT/MoDOT design standards
  • Ability to demonstrate leadership experience - in a design team or personnel management role.
  • Accustomed to working in a team environment on challenging projects and leading design teams in delivering high quality projects

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand.  Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service. 


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