Public Works/Engineering - City Engineer

City of Hampton Virginia

Hampton, VA

$95,911–$172,642 Per Year

1 day ago

Job Description

Public Works/Engineering - City Engineer

Salary

$95,911.00 - $172,642.00 Annually

Location

Public Works - Engineering, VA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

09636

Department

PUBLIC WORKS ENGINEERING

Opening Date

10/26/2026

Closing Date

11/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

Description
Benefits
Questions

Function

Are you an experienced engineering professional ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact in public service? We are seeking a City Engineer to plan, direct, and oversee the activities of the Engineering Services Division within the Department of Public Works. This position provides leadership, supervision, and strategic direction to engineers, surveyors, and technical support staff while ensuring the effective delivery of engineering services and public infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership, sound independent judgment, and the ability to make critical decisions with limited supervision from the Director of Public Works.

Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits. As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field of study from an accredited college or university.
12 years of full-time equivalent experience in the administration of complex public works programs.
10 years of supervisory experience.
A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
Professional Engineering License (PE) in the state of Virginia required or the ability to obtain through comity within six (6) months of date of employment.
Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
This position is considered safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy; will be subject to random testing while an incumbent in this position.

Additional Requirements

Extensive knowledge of the technology involved in the following: Design, construction, Traffic Engineering, Stormwater Drainage and Management, Wastewater Collection, Surveying and Mapping.
Thorough knowledge of the principles of budgetary control and ability to prepare and maintain budgets and related financial documents.
Ability to conduct briefings and make oral presentations.
Requires frequent travel through out the City and attendance at local and regional meetings.
Requires working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include evenings, weekends and holidays.
The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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Benefits Overview

This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

Sentara Health Plans
EAP Provider: ComPsych
OptumRx
Delta Dental Insurance
Anthem Blue View Vision
FSA Reimbursement accounts
Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
Chubb Term Life Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Virginia 529
Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
Other forms of leave include:
Maternity Leave
Parental Bonding Leave
Care for Sick Parent Leave
Birthday Leave
Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include:

New Years Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Presidents Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
Employees birthday
The retirement plan is offered through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS1-888-827-3847) and is a defined benefit pension plan. For more information, see the VRS website.
Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is Securian Financial.
Mission Square Retirement plans 457, Roth IRA, Roth 457 plans are offered through Mission Square Retirement(1-800-669-7400). For more information, visit Mission Square.
Medical / Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.
Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
Employees are covered for Workers Compensation where appropriate.
Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family contact CompPysch at 1-877-327-2872 or see the Guidance Resources Website.

Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or related field?

Do you have 12 years of full-time equivalent experience in the administration of complex public works programs? PLEASE ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION SHOWS WHERE YOU GAINED THIS EXPERIENCE.

Do you have 10 or more years of supervisory experience?

Do you have a Professional Engineering (PE) License issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia or the ability to obtain one by comity within six (6) months of employment?

I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

This position requires that you possess a valid drivers license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hamptons criteria. Failure to provide your drivers license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your drivers license number by entering it below:

I understand that this position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the Citys current substance abuse policy.

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Employer City of Hampton

Address 22 Lincoln Street

Hampton, Virginia, 23669

Phone (757) 727-6407

Website http://www.hampton.gov/hr