Engineering Manager

City of Chesapeake -
Chesapeake, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$100,964 - $150,184 a year
8 hours ago

Qualifications

Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Professional Engineer

Full Job Description

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Engineering Manager

Job Type

Full Time

Posting Type

City Employees Only

Number of Vacancies

Department

DEVELOPMENT AND PERMIT

Division

DEV & PERM NEIGHB SVC

Requisition Number

2026402

Number of hours worked per week

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.

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

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)

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