Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer City of Portsmouth, VA
• Portsmouth, VA, United States

Salary: $68,692.03 - $88,432.56 Annually
Location: Portsmouth, VA
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: FY
Department: Engineering
Opening Date: 11/13/2025
Closing Date: 1/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

General Statement of the Job & Essential Functions

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Under limited supervision, this position designs and manages construction of municipal construction projects, by reviewing commercial sites and subdivision plans, and ensuring designs are structurally sound and well designed, and meet engineering, and city codes and specifications. Reports to the Assistant Director of Engineer.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Facilitates engineering designs by collecting and studying reports, maps, blueprints, and drawings; performs engineering calculations, such as evaluating materials, dimensions, layout and code compliance; monitors contractor's progress and makes determinations on work performance; communicates with on-site inspectors on construction projects; ensures inspection of project components and sequences, and the adherence to specifications and codes.

Serves as project manager on municipal construction projects for all infrastructure types including but not limited to neighborhood rehabilitation, building renovations, park facilities, schools, parking facilities, etc. for the department, including acting as a liaison to coordinate the activities of contractors retained by the city for project design and construction.

Under supervision, works with engineering consulting firms on municipal construction projects; designs concrete and utility repairs; prepares cost estimates and specifications; and identifies needed property acquisitions.

Assists with Hampton Roads Planning District Commission Regional Construction Standards and develops/updates city construction standards.

Provides engineering information by answering questions and responds to requests; investigates citizen complaints; and recommends solutions; engages with citizen groups and businesses affected by city projects; and provides information regarding the basis for the project and project related decisions; assists citizens with reviewing and understanding proposed projects.

Under supervision, prepares designs for bids; conducts bid openings and reference checks for projects; prepares approval of award letters; analyzes bids and prepares bid tabulation results; and reviews contractor's bonds and insurance.

Performs other duties as assigned. Individual assignments will be determined by supervisor based on current workload and department needs.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Knowledge of Job: Has some knowledge ... basic engineering projects. Skilled in using computer aided design and drafting systems, GIS software and other specialized software ...

Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility...

Quantity of Work: Maintains effective and efficient output of all duties and responsibilities as described under "Essential Job Functions."

Dependability: Assumes responsibility for doing assigned work and for meeting deadlines. Completes assigned work on or before deadlines in accordance with directives, policies, standards and prescribed procedures...

Attendance: Attends work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time-off requests.

Initiative and Enthusiasm: Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. ...

Judgment: Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. ...

Cooperation: Accepts supervisory instruction and direction ...

Relationships with Others: Shares knowledge with supervisors and staff ...

Coordination of Work: Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work ...

Safety and Housekeeping: Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards ...

Education, Experience &

Special Requirements EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field and 1 - 3 years in designing and managing municipal construction projects or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a Virginia Registration Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T) certification.

An acceptable general background check to include a local, state, and federal criminal history check. A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Physical Demands MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Physical Requirements: Must be able demonstrate physical flexibility ...

Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable ...

Requires the ability of…