Engineering Manager in Chesapeake, Virginia at City of Chesapeake Human Resources
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City of Chesapeake Human Resources
Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States
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Job Description
Working Title of Vacant PositionEngineering Manager
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: City Employees Only
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: DEVELOPMENT AND PERMIT
Division: DEV & PERM NEIGHB SVC
Requisition Number: 2026402
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00 pm 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. | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary:
Job Description:
Required Qualifications:
Job Open Date: 08/12/2026
Job Close Date: 08/19/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: City Employees Only
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: DEVELOPMENT AND PERMIT
Division: DEV & PERM NEIGHB SVC
Requisition Number: 2026402
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00 pm 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. | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary:
Starting Range: $100,964 – $150,184 Annually
Actual starting salary rate depends on education and relevant experience.
Actual starting salary rate depends on education and relevant experience.
Job Description:
Our Development & Permits department is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead and coordinate all operations within the engineering division:
A successful candidate for this position will be able to do the following:
- Manage daily operations and activities of the assigned engineering/construction division to support City and Department goals.
- Serve as liaison between City leadership and engineering/construction staff.
- Oversee major division functions (design review, utility damage prevention, traffic engineering, capital improvement projects, utility improvements, construction management, and customer service‑related engineering programs).
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure efficient workflows and goal achievement.
- Prepare and maintain engineering reports, specifications, budgets, permits, and related documentation.
- Review staff recommendations for compliance with engineering principles, practices, and local ordinances.
- Investigate and respond to inquiries from contractors, the public, and other organizations.
- Coordinate implementation of projects and collaborate with involved stakeholders to support project success.
- A successful candidate will already possess proficient knowledge in DEQ stormwater requirements.
- Train and manage division staff to enhance their skills, promote professional development, and ensure continuity and resiliency of service delivery.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications:
Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, or a closely related field. Master’s degree preferred.
Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of ten years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. A Professional Engineer license is also required. Depending on position, State and/or City certification(s) may be required.
Special Requirements: 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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of ten years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. A Professional Engineer license is also required. Depending on position, State and/or City certification(s) may be required.
Special Requirements: 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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Job Open Date: 08/12/2026
Job Close Date: 08/19/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.
Medical Marijuana:
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
Medical Marijuana:
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
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