Project Lead Jobs in Missouri
Project Lead jobs in Missouri are open across Kansas City, St. Louis, and St Louis and other Missouri metros, with employers like Burns & McDonnell, HDR, and Garver hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Scrum Master
Location: Kansas City (onsite)
Duration: 6 months Contract to Hire.
Requirements and skills
- Certification as a Scrum Master (e.g., Certified Scrum Master® (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM)) is required.
- Familiarity with other Agile frameworks and methodologies, such as Kanban, Lean, or XP, is beneficial.
- Experience with SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) and certification is a Plus.
- Experience in a scrum master and Project management role.
- Familiarity with software development.
- Solid understanding of Agile principles and Scrum framework.
- Proven experience working as a Scrum Master in Agile software development environments.
- Strong facilitation and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence team members and stakeholders.
- Ability to coach and mentor individuals and teams, fostering self-organization and continuous improvement.
- Knowledge of Agile metrics, tools, and techniques for tracking and reporting project progress.
- Experience with Agile project management tools (e.g., MS DevOps, Jira, Trello) and proficiency in using them for backlog management and sprint tracking.
- Excellent knowledge of Scrum techniques and artifacts (such as definition of done, user stories, automated testing, backlog refinement).
- Good knowledge of other Agile frameworks (Crystal, XP etc.).
- Excellent communication and servant leadership skills.
- Problem-solving and conflict-resolution ability.
- Outstanding organizational skills.
Job Title: Scrum Master
Location: Kansas City (onsite)
Duration: 6 months Contract to Hire.
Requirements and skills
- Certification as a Scrum Master (e.g., Certified Scrum Master® (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM)) is required.
- Familiarity with other Agile frameworks and methodologies, such as Kanban, Lean, or XP, is beneficial.
- Experience with SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) and certification is a Plus.
- Experience in a scrum master and Project management role.
- Familiarity with software development.
- Solid understanding of Agile principles and Scrum framework.
- Proven experience working as a Scrum Master in Agile software development environments.
- Strong facilitation and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence team members and stakeholders.
- Ability to coach and mentor individuals and teams, fostering self-organization and continuous improvement.
- Knowledge of Agile metrics, tools, and techniques for tracking and reporting project progress.
- Experience with Agile project management tools (e.g., MS DevOps, Jira, Trello) and proficiency in using them for backlog management and sprint tracking.
- Excellent knowledge of Scrum techniques and artifacts (such as definition of done, user stories, automated testing, backlog refinement).
- Good knowledge of other Agile frameworks (Crystal, XP etc.).
- Excellent communication and servant leadership skills.
- Problem-solving and conflict-resolution ability.
- Outstanding organizational skills.
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Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Project Lead Job Market in Missouri
A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Burns & McDonnell36
- HDR17
- Garver12
- Clayco11
- Lochmueller8
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services123
- Construction & Real Estate86
- Manufacturing21
- Technology & Software19
- Education13
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project lead jobs across Missouri.
- 3-5 years of experience managing cross-functional projects from initiation to close
- Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project
- PMP certification or equivalent formal project management credential preferred
- Experience coordinating stakeholders across multiple departments or business units
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for status reporting and escalation
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, information systems, or a related field
Project Lead Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How many project lead jobs are there in Missouri?
There are 309+ project lead openings in Missouri on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Kansas City, St. Louis, and St Louis. New positions post regularly as employers across Missouri hire.
How much do project leads make in Missouri?
Project leads in Missouri earn a median of about $94,660 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $56,660 for the lowest 10% to over $157,650 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Missouri cities have the most project lead jobs?
Kansas City, St. Louis, and St Louis have the most project lead openings in Missouri right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire project leads in Missouri?
Employers hiring project leads in Missouri include Burns & McDonnell, HDR, and Garver, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote project lead jobs in Missouri?
Yes. About 11% of project lead openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Missouri metros.
How do I apply for project lead jobs in Missouri?
You can apply to project lead jobs in Missouri directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Missouri location, then apply to each one that fits.
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