City Engineering Director & Floodplain Leader

City of St. Peters, MO; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LAGERS pension

Health, dental and vision coverage

Paid holidays and time off

Education reimbursement

Job summary

The City of St. Peters, MO is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead the Engineering work unit, act as City Engineer and Floodplain Administrator, and ensure infrastructure projects meet regulatory and community needs.

You will manage budgets, contracts, and cross‑department coordination. Responsibilities include guiding planning and construction, reviewing development projects, overseeing water and sewer repair programs, and representing the City with FEMA and other agencies.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.
• Undergraduate accredited degree in Civil Engineering or related field and five years of responsible engineering experience.
• Missouri Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Valid Missouri driver license.
• Experience with FE/PE exams and progression toward PE licensure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Engineering work unit, including staffing, training, scheduling, and evaluations.
• Serve as City Engineer and provide engineering guidance on City projects and operations.
• Oversee planning, design, right‑of‑way and easement acquisitions, construction, and inspection of City infrastructure projects.
• Review and oversee development projects, plats, easements, and work in City right‑of‑way.
• Oversee waterline and sewer repair programs and coordinate reporting for MS4 permit.
• Serve as Floodplain Administrator and manage related permits, records, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

The City of St. Peters, MO is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead the Engineering work unit, act as City Engineer and Floodplain Administrator, and ensure infrastructure projects meet regulatory and community needs.

You will manage budgets, contracts, and cross‑department coordination. Responsibilities include guiding planning and construction, reviewing development projects, overseeing water and sewer repair programs, and representing the City with FEMA and other agencies.