Project Technician II - Project Development

The Department of Transportation and Public Works has an exciting opportunity for a Project Technician II in the Project Development Division. The Project Technician will be responsible for providing advanced technical engineering support while learning Project Management skills for various engineering projects under the direct supervision of a licensed professional engineer.

The position will be based out of the Department of Transportation / Public Works offices in Creve Coeur.

The annual starting salary for this position will be between $55,536 and $66,643 and will be based on experience and qualifications.

Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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• Prepare engineering plans, plan quantities, estimates, and specifications as directed by a licensed professional engineer.
• Review design plans, plan quantities, survey data, utility relocation plans, and maps in accordance with general engineering principles, reference manuals, standard drawings, and specifications.
• Analyze soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data in support of transportation infrastructure improvement projects.
• Assist in preparing status reports and engineering study reports.
• Prepare bid packages for solicitation.
• Prepare project‑related displays and graphics for public meetings and website content.
• Perform field checks to document field conditions, gather measurements, and verify design feasibility.

• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Requires six years of related experience or an equivalent amount of education and experience.

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.

Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at  We only accept online applications.

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, Clay Dond Business Center, Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615‑5429
Fax: (314) 615‑7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov