Find & Apply For Engineering Manager Jobs in Chesterfield, Missouri

Job Summary - Why you'll love this position Posting closes 10/06/2026 Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location:

St. Louis District Office - 1590 Woodlake Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017 Why you'll love this position: The Project Director for Alternative Project Delivery assists in the development and administration of innovative contracting methods such as Design-Build and Fixed Price/Variable Scope. Direct responsibility for the overall success of the projects delivered by alternative project delivery team. Performs supervisory responsibilities. Primary work location will be St. Louis District office with periods of co-location with Design-Build teams. Responsibilities are performed under general supervision. Responsibilities - What you'll do What you'll do: Directs the alternative delivery team and coordinates with various 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 and prepares agreements 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 - All you need for success

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABETaccredited 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.

Required Employee Qualities:

Excellent communication skills, including public presentations Adept collaborator with ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external team members Good facilitator Knowledge and understanding of engineering processes and standards Strong leadership and negotiation skills with ability to keep program progressing Innovative contracting Ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to drive results from all the team through the duration of the program Efficiently and effectively manage the owner consultant for program needs Willingness to develop these qualities in self and team

Special Working Conditions/Job Characteristics:

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. Job Details - More reasons to love this position More reasons to love this position: MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE. At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values.

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to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application. Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact: If you have questions about this position please contact: Kristina.hodges@modot.mo.gov The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.