Public Works/Engineering - City Engineer

City of Hampton•Public Works - Engineering, VA

About The Position

The City Engineer plans, directs, and oversees the Engineering Services Division within the Department of Public Works. The role provides leadership, supervision, and strategic direction to engineers, surveyors, and technical support staff, ensuring effective delivery of engineering services and public infrastructure projects. The position requires strong leadership, sound independent judgment, and the ability to make critical decisions with limited supervision from the Director of Public Works. The position requires frequent travel throughout the City and attendance at local and regional meetings. It may require work beyond a standard 40-hour work week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The incumbent may be considered essential personnel during City emergencies or at the direction of the City Manager, which may involve long hours and unusual schedules. The position is safety sensitive and subject to alcohol and controlled-substance testing, including random testing during employment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited college or university; a combination of education and experience may be considered.
12 years of full-time equivalent experience in the administration of complex public works programs.
10 years of supervisory experience.
Professional Engineering License (PE) in Virginia, or ability to obtain licensure through comity within six months of employment.
Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record under the City of Hampton's criteria.
Must successfully pass a background check prior to an offer of employment or promotion.
Extensive knowledge of technology related to design, construction, traffic engineering, stormwater drainage and management, wastewater collection, surveying, and mapping.
Thorough knowledge of budgetary control principles and ability to prepare and maintain budgets and related financial documents.
Ability to conduct briefings and make oral presentations.
Ability to make critical decisions with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, and oversee the activities of the Engineering Services Division within the Department of Public Works.
Provide leadership, supervision, and strategic direction to engineers, surveyors, and technical support staff.
Ensure the effective delivery of engineering services and public infrastructure projects.
Prepare and maintain budgets and related financial documents.
Conduct briefings and make oral presentations.
Travel throughout the City and attend local and regional meetings.
Work beyond a standard 40-hour week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required.
Serve as essential personnel during City emergency situations or when directed by the City Manager.