Environmental Jobs in Kansas City, MO
Environmental jobs in Kansas City are concentrated in the River Market, Midtown, and the Crossroads district, with strong demand across water management, industrial compliance, and remediation. Employers actively hiring include Burns & McDonnell, University Health KC, and Layton Construction. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Civil Engineer with related environmental experience to add to our Environmental Services Global Practice’s Environmental Engineering team in Kansas City (MO), Manhattan (KS), Omaha (NE), and Oklahoma City (OK).
We are looking for a self-motivated and experienced engineer and civil designer to lead or support a wide variety of civil and environmental engineering designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on a variety of projects in environmental engineering markets and contribute to implementing department strategy, vision, and culture.
The position offers the opportunity to practice in a variety of technical areas, including but not limited to:
- Solid Waste – permitting, design, construction, and compliance support for solid waste infrastructure including monofills, landfills, transfer stations, material recovery facilities, etc.
- Site/Civil – site grading and design, site stormwater modeling and design, design of other site utilities (water, wastewater, etc.), coal combustion residuals (CCR) project, dams and levees, etc.
- Water Resources – riverine 1D and 2D modeling, floodplain permitting, stream bank stabilization, stream and wetland restoration, etc.
The Staff Civil Engineer will work within our region’s team to provide technical leadership and mentorship of early career team members, collaborate broadly to support our Environmental Services global practice, and will generally be responsible for the following:
- Leading or supporting engineering teams to deliver well-coordinated, high-quality designs for civil or environmental engineering projects.
- Coordinating and supporting all aspects of multidisciplinary projects with varying degrees of technical complexity.
- Preparing documentation for design projects, including design criteria, technical letters, memorandums, reports, drawings, detailed design packages, and cost estimates.
- Directing and reviewing work products prepared by early-career engineering staff.
- Providing technical leadership and quality reviews aligned with experience.
- Project management duties include executing the project scope, budget, schedule, quality, safety, and client expectations.
- Establishing client relations and involvement with marketing, contractual, management, and design meetings.
- Championing QA/QC procedures.
- Executing internal personnel training.
- Other duties, as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Civil, Environmental, or Biological Engineering or related engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program.
- 3 years minimum related professional environmental engineering experience (6 years preferred).
- Previous consulting experience is strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and technical area-specific programs. For example, water resources-focused candidates should demonstrate proficiency in additional software such as HEC-RAS 1D/2D, HEC-HMS, CivilStorm (or equivalent), etc.
- PE license preferred.
- Experience overseeing construction and an understanding of construction methods and procedures are highly preferred.
- Project management or assistant project management experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of standard civil engineering techniques and procedures.
- Self-motivation and the ability to self-manage and multi-task (write reports, analyze data, perform design tasks, etc.)
- Strong problem-solving abilities, interpersonal skills, and ability to work within a team framework.
- Ability to travel and work in the field, up to 10%, as required.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Civil Engineering
Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City
Other Locations US-OK-Oklahoma City, US-NE-Omaha
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Req ID: 264533
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-GS #ENS
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Environmental Jobs in Kansas City: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a environmental job in Kansas City?
The strongest hiring happens across municipal utilities, civil engineering firms, and industrial manufacturers along the Missouri River corridor. Candidates who know Kansas City's combined sewer system challenges or have experience with EPA Superfund sites in the metro area stand out. Focusing on the River Market and Westport employer clusters, and tailoring applications to water quality or stormwater compliance, gives you a real edge in this market.
Which companies hire environmentals in Kansas City?
Employers hiring environmentals in Kansas City right now include Burns & McDonnell, University Health KC, and Layton Construction, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Kansas City's mix of municipal utilities, engineering consultancies, and heavy industrial operators means openings appear across both the public sector and private firms serving the metro's infrastructure and manufacturing base.
Are there remote environmental jobs in Kansas City?
Yes, though remote work is limited for hands-on roles like field sampling or site remediation, while analytical, reporting, and compliance roles are more remote-friendly. About 33% of environmental openings tied to Kansas City are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based portion of the market. Environmental review, permitting documentation, and data analysis roles are the most likely to offer hybrid arrangements locally.
How can I get a environmental job in Kansas City with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through Kansas City's municipal sector, where the Kansas City Water Services Department and similar agencies regularly hire environmental technicians and field assistants. Entry-level roles in stormwater inspection and industrial pretreatment programs are common starting points. Engineering firms supporting KCMO infrastructure projects also hire junior environmental scientists. Volunteering with local watershed groups like the Blue River Corridor Alliance can build relevant field experience that local employers recognize.
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