Engineer 2/3 - Transportation

Job Posting End Date:

Department:

PUBLIC WORKS

Compensation Grade:

A14

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range:
Engineer II: (A14 - $71,739.20 - $111,176.00)
Engineer III: (A17 - $83,033.60 - $128,710.40)

Salary Depending on Qualifications

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

Yes

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

About Us:

Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.

Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

Engineer II/III: Project Engineer for the Transportation & Project Management Division

Come join the Transportation Division for an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that is delivering transportation infrastructure with the City of Virginia Beach.

This advertisement may be classified as an Engineer II or III, based on qualifications and experience of the selected applicant. The selected candidate will be part of a team of talented engineers working in the Transportation Division of City Engineer’s Office. The selected candidate will perform a variety of duties of a complex nature related to transportation engineering and project management. Types of projects include:

• New Roadway Alignment
• Roadway Widening
• Intersection Improvements
• New Traffic Signals and Replacements
• Bridge Replacements
• Sidewalks, Shared Use Paths and Trails
• Stormwater Projects

Representative work functions may include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in the overall project development including planning, design, engineering, and construction support.
• Review project plan or studies for various infrastructure related projects, including conceptual design, preliminary engineering reports, cost estimates, design calculation or computations, exhibits, plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Apply project management techniques for various project to ensure projects are delivered within its scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
• Manage projects from inception through construction completion.
• Prepare reports and maintain document records.
• Assist in bid and contract management for design and construction.
• Assist in preparing material for public meetings.

In addition to the minimum requirements, the preferred qualifications for this position are listed below. Candidates with the preferred experience should ensure the information is provided in the application.:

• Roadway design experience
• Project management experience
• Cost estimating and scheduling experience
• Contract administration experience
• Construction experience
• Public and private utility relocations experience
• Familiarity with property acquisition processes
• Experience with VDOT/FHWA design standard, specifications, codes, policies, and procedures

This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, with the first review of applications beginning two weeks

after the posting date. Once the appropriate applicant pool has been established, the position will be closed.

The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and leave.

Additional requirements:

• DMV Transcript: Yes

• CDL: No

• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No

• CPS Check: No

• Physical: No

• Respirator: No

• Psychological Screening: No

• Polygraph: No

• At Will: No

Minimum Requirements:

Engineer II Minimum Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or closely related field with possession of an E.I.T. (Engineer In Training) Certificate and two (2) years of progressive professional experience.

Engineer III Minimum Qualifications Requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or closely related field with possession of a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license from the Virginia Board of Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects (APELSCIDLA) and five (5) years of progressive professional experience.

Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Skills:

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business. 

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Official Job Descriptions:

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.