Airport Project Manager (Airport Project Inspector

Job Summary - Why you’ll love this position

Job Location: Central Office, 105 W Capitol Ave, Jefferson City, MO

Why you’ll love this position: The airport project inspector is responsible for administering state and federal airport improvement grants through all phases of an aviation project, from grant application through construction and final closeout, to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements. Responsibilities are performed under direct supervision.

* MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level, based on your skills and experience.
* This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position. This position may be filled at one of the three levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The entry salary is posted above, with the intermediate starting salary of $72,691.68, and a senior starting salary of $78,506.88.

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.

• Reviews and approves aviation project plans and specifications
• Monitors contract administration activities on aviation projects statewide to ensure construction quality meets approved specifications; conducts field inspections to assess progress and workmanship
• Monitors accurate and comprehensive project records and reviews and approves all project invoices, as well as all project closeout documentation
• Reviews grant applications.
• Reviews/approves scope of work and fees for project consultant agreements (design and construction observation) for acceptance.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university curriculum.

• Most duties are performed in an office environment, with site visits conducted as necessary
• Job requires occasional, statewide, overnight travel.
• Job requires exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable environmental conditions.
• Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.
• A post-secondary degree is the best measure to ensure candidates possess required engineering knowledge, including in applied physics and mathematics, drafting, engineering processes and procedures, project management, industry ethical standards, and analyzing and modeling data

MoDOT is looking for team members who align with our preferred employee qualities. Please click the following link to learn more about our preferred employee qualities.

Preferred Employee Qualities | Missouri Department of Transportation

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. 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.  to view our mission, values, and tangible results.

Contact Details
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The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.