Transportation Manager jobs in Springfield, MO

Work location will be considered at the District Office in Springfield, Joplin Project Office or other facilities within the District.

A waiver of minimum years of experience required is being considered.

The transportation project manager drives the project scoping process, directs project core teams across all phases of project development, and is responsible for achievement of project goals within budget and on schedule; serves as the department's engineer of record on roadway projects. Responsibilities are performed under general supervision.

• Division: Project Development
• Job Title Code: R05444
• Hiring Supervisor: Stacy Reese
• Salary Grade: 19

A day in the life:

• Directs district project 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 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.

What you’ll need for success:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited 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.

Special working conditions and job characteristics:

• Job requires district-wide and/or statewide travel.

Why you’ll love MoDOT:

• You’ll play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States.
• You’ll receive training opportunities and a chance to further your career.
• You’ll be able to take advantage of many benefits for you and your family while providing service to others in a culturally diverse workplace. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer.

At MoDOT, 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 family-friendly environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team.

Are you interested?

MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome you to apply.

For questions about this position or the status of your application, please e-mail: SWHR@modot.mo.gov.

Your application and ALL requested documents must be received by the closing date on the job posting.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.