Project Manager , II, III - Design and Construction

Project Manager I, II, III – Design and Construction Group

The St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works is accepting applications to fill the position of Project Manager I, Project Manager II, or Project Manager III to work in our Design and Construction group with Senior Architects, Structural Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, and internal County clients.

This job can be hybrid in nature with a minimum of 3 days a week at our downtown Clayton office.

• Acts as Client Representative and works directly with County clients and stakeholders to resolve questions and problems.
• Supervises consultants and reviews and analyzes documents in accordance with accepted professional standards and for compliance with codes and regulations.
• Creates construction documents for “small projects.” Typical budget of $5,000 to $50,000.
• Performs construction site visits to monitor progress and ensure conformance of construction to plans and specifications.
• Maintains and develops, as required, project documentation including Project Schedule, Project Budget, Bid Documents, Diversity Reporting, Pay Requests, Field Observation Reports, Change Orders, Punch List, and Project Closeout.
• Identifies discrepancies and provides technical assistance to arrive at acceptable design solutions.
• Prepares progress reports for management review.
• Determines appropriate actions for revisions, if necessary, and provides assistance and information as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned, with duties progressively assigned based on candidate’s experience and level.

• College Senior status in a Bachelor’s Degree program in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture or closely related degree equivalent. Degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date or offer may be rescinded.
• OR Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or closely related degree equivalent.

• Completed Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T.) Certificate from the Missouri Board of Engineers, Architects and Land Surveyors.
• OR Plan Examiner Certificate from the International Code Council (ICC) or other approved third‑party certification of professional competency based on written examination.
• OR Enrollment in the Architectural Experience Program (AXP) through National Council of Architectural Review Boards (NCARB) and two years of practical experience.

• Registered Professional Engineer by the Missouri Board of Engineers, Architects and Land Surveyors and five years of practical experience.
• OR Registered Professional Architect by the Missouri Board of Engineers, Architects and Land Surveyors and five years of practical experience.

• Flexible remote work policy.
• Supportive work environment.
• Paid 10+ holiday days per year (varies because of voting days off).
• Reduced rate Health and Life insurance.
• Professional organization membership, such as the A.I.A. dues, paid by County.
• Professional Licensing fees paid by County.
• Classes to obtain licensure paid by County.
• Qualifying continuing education class fees paid by County.
• County maintains free conventional and electric vehicle pool for meetings and site visits during working hours.
• Covered parking in our downtown Clayton garage for only $10/month.

A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant, including recentness and appropriateness of education and experience, answers to supplemental questions, employment references, and any other appropriate information available. The committee will admit to interview only those persons who possess the most job‑related qualifications. 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, candidates receive instructions to complete a conviction questionnaire within 3 days. The top five candidates, based on final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority for final decision. All applicants conditionally offered a merit position must submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening is performed by a reputable clinical laboratory.

The cost of screening is 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.