Public Works/Engineering - Sr Civil Engineer, Transportation

Public Works/Engineering - Sr Civil Engineer, Transportation

Salary

$76,965.00 - $138,536.00 Annually

Location

Public Works - Engineering, VA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

09446

Department

PUBLIC WORKS ENGINEERING

Opening Date

08/04/2026

Closing Date

8/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Function

Join the City of Hampton as a Sr. Civil Engineer!

Are you ready to apply your technical expertise to projects that shape your community? Join the City of Hampton's Department of Public Works as a Sr. Civil Engineer and help shape the infrastructure that keeps our community moving. This position oversees planning, design, and construction activities with a strong focus on infrastructure management. Working independently with limited supervision, the role reports progress through periodic meetings and contributes directly to the success of essential public works projects.

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.

SALARY IS NEGOTIABLE BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS OF CANDIDATE.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Three (3) years of full-time equivalent experience in civil engineering.
• Some experience on VDOT funded projects preferred.
• Engineering-in-Training (EIT) certification or equivalent
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Virginia preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• Requires frequent travel throughout the city.
• Extensive contact with city departments and related outside agencies.
• Requires some duties to be performed after normal working hours and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• The incumbent will 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.

01

I have graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.

• Yes
• No

02

I have three (3) years of Civil Engineering experience.

• Yes
• No

03

I currently hold an Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) certification or equivalent.

• Yes
• No

04

I understand that if I am not currently licensed as a Professional Engineer in Virginia, I will be required to obtain a PE license within one (1) year of hire.

• Yes
• No

05

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

• Yes
• No

06

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:

07

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.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Hampton

Address 22 Lincoln Street

Hampton, Virginia, 23669

Phone (757) 727-6407

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