Engineering Manager

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Engineering 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.

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement R - Routine Pay Grade GE23 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary

Starting Range: $100,964 - $150,184 Annually

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 08/12/2026 Job Close Date 08/19/2026 Open Continuous 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.

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Walking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 10 lbs Carrying Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Pushing/Pulling N = Never Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Reaching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Kneeling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Crouching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Crawling Never- Never occurs. Bending Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Twisting N = Never Climbing Never- Never occurs. Balancing Never- Never occurs. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

General office equipment, computer, calculator

Protective Equipment Required

None

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases N = Never Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust N = Never Extreme Temperatures N = Never Noise and Vibration N = Never Fumes and Odors N = Never Wetness/Humidity N = Never Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Office Environment

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

No

Professional References

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review position requirements for details.

• Yes

• No

• • This position is for City employees, volunteers, temporary workers, and interns only. Are you currently a City of Chesapeake employee, volunteer, temporary worker, or intern? This information will be verified. Please update your application accordingly.

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter