Civil Engineer V

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Civil Engineer V

17217

53622

FULL-TIME

US:

NH:

CONCORD

09/23/2026

10/21/2026

USD

Performs professional administrative civil engineering functions involving the design of highway construction projects.

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Education/

Experience:

Education:

Master’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in civil engineering, or possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in civil engineering and possession of a Master of Business Administration degree from an accredited institute of higher education.

Experience:

One year of experience in civil engineering post Professional Engineer licensure.

Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in civil engineering.

Experience:

Three years of experience in civil engineering post Professional Engineer licensure.

Education:

Associate's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in an engineering or engineering technology field relevant to program area in which position is assigned.

Experience:

Five years of experience in civil engineering post Professional Engineer licensure.

1. Valid driver's license or access to transportation for statewide travel

2. Professional Engineer (PE) Licensure with designation in Civil, Civil Highway, Geo Technical or Structural Engineering

Other Requirements:
Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards established by the hiring agency.

Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices.

Knowledge of inspection and testing techniques of materials used in construction projects.

Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to the engineering option.

Knowledge of survey principles.

Knowledge of hydraulics, soils and materials.

Knowledge of supervisory principles.

Ability to plan the work and supervise a staff of professional, technical, clerical and other employees.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to work complicated mathematical problems.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, subordinates, public officials and other professionals.

Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority.

NH Professional Engineer license within 12 months of hire

In-Band Advancement Available:
Yes No

Criteria:
None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available:
Yes No

Criteria:
None

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Directs, supervises, plans, coordinates, and reviews the activities for multiple complex transportation projects to ensure compliance with Federal and State policies for highway improvements.

Directs and supervises project staff in the completion of project designs. Provides guidance on complex design issues to team members. Recommends design concepts and is responsible for design progress.

Advises, appraises and supervises bureau personnel and/or consultants and the progress of work to maintain productivity, assure proper development of projects, and promote an understanding of Department policies and standards.

Monitors design progress and assigns priorities of engineering efforts in order to meet established project schedules. Works closely with the section chief and project…