Transportation Project Engineer (Project Engineer) at City of Kansas City

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

Full-time position available with the Public Works Department - Transportation Division

Work Location: 414 E. 12th St.

Pay Range: $5,173-$7,759 per month

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. *Telework available 1 day/week after completion of 6-month probationary period

Application Deadline: October 12, 2026

About the Public Works Department

At Kansas City Public Works, we keep the city moving. Our department manages the infrastructure residents rely on every day; from streets, sidewalks, streetlights, and traffic signals to major capital improvement projects that shape the city's future. We also oversee waste services and drive initiatives that improve safety, mobility, and quality of life across Kansas City neighborhoods. Every project we take on supports one goal: a well-maintained, sustainable city that works for everyone who lives, works, and travels here.

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Responsibilities

Kansas City, Missouri is seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking Project Engineer (Transportation Project Engineer) to advance the City’s nationally recognized Vision Zero initiatives and industry leading multimodal transportation policies and projects. This desired candidate will shape the future of mobility in one of the country’s most innovative urban transportation environments—driving safety, sustainability, equity, and accessibility across all modes of travel. The ideal candidate brings a strong engineering foundation, demonstrated leadership experience, and a passion for transforming how people move throughout a growing and vibrant city.

What You'll Do

• Implements and advances Kansas City’s Vision Zero program, ensuring data driven, equitable, and measurable progress toward eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries.
• Leads development and implementation of multimodal transportation strategies, including pedestrian, bicycle, micromobility, traffic, freight, and emerging mobility technologies.
• Advises City colleagues and management on mobility policy, infrastructure investments, and long term transportation planning.
• Champions a culture of safety, innovation, and collaboration across city departments and regional partners.
• Oversees and execute planning, design, and implementation of mobility projects that support safe, efficient, and sustainable travel.
• Coordinates departmental efforts within the Multimodal team, and including efforts with other Public Works divisions, and with Planning, Public Safety, and external agencies.
• Manages performance metrics, reporting, and public dashboards for Vision Zero and assigned Multimodal initiatives.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while pursuing grants and funding opportunities.
• Builds strong relationships with residents, advocacy groups, business leaders, and transportation partners.
• Leads and advances public outreach efforts to communicate mobility goals, project impacts, and safety initiatives.
• Represents Kansas City at regional, state, and other forums on transportation innovation and policy.
• Coordinates with and manage projects across a multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, analysts, and program managers.
• Manages budgets, contracts, and resource allocation for mobility programs.
• Fosters a diverse, inclusive, and high performing team environment.

Qualifications

REQUIRES

• An ABET accredited Bachelor's degree in any professionally recognized architectural/engineering discipline as required by the hiring authority.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen as prescribed by the City.
• Department requires selected candidate to obtain 5 trade plans examiner ICC certifications within 36 months from date of hire.
• Preference given to candidates with Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering; Urban Planning, Public Policy, or a related fields may be considered. Master’s degree preferred. Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain one is a plus. Progressively responsible experience in transportation, mobility, or infrastructure planning and delivery. Demonstrated leadership in Vision Zero, multimodal planning, or roadway safety programs. Experience working in or with local government, public agencies, or large complex organizations.

Other Information

Military veterans encouraged to apply

Why You'll Love Working with Us – Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off

Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays—with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning

City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life’s Big Moments

Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance

Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses—invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection

Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided

City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave

Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City’s Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to [email protected].

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans’ points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during “wartime” and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code § 4211).