Engineering Project Manager

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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. Position Details Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Engineering Project Manager Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department

PUBLIC UTILITIES

Division

PUB UTIL TECHNICAL

Requisition Number 202619 Number of hours worked per week 40+ Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm; 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 GE20 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary $84,951
• $126,365/ annually. Salary is based on experience and qualifications.
• $3,000 sign-on bonus available Job Description Are you looking for an exciting position as an Engineering Project Manager with a diverse, hardworking and talented group of people dedicated to serving customers?

Do you excel in a dynamic environment with diverse challenges and opportunities? Do you enjoy problem solving and helping others excel in the Engineering Department? If your answers are "Yes!" consider joining our Team as an Engineering Project Manager to help provide essential public services every day in Virginia's second largest City! As an Engineering Project Manager, you will lead the team of employees responsible for the review, approval and execution of projects submitted by the Development Community, Contractors, and or Consultants. The Engineering Project Manager is an advanced level supervisory management engineering position with significant field and administrative responsibilities for planning and delivering program services, responding to internal and external customers, and supervising personnel. Professional Engineer (PE) license is required for this position. The selected candidate for Engineering Project Manager will manage, supervise, and participate in a wide range of projects and activities in addition to representing the Public Utilities Department to outside agencies and customers. Typical tasks for the Engineering Project Manager include the following: Establishing, updating, and implementing design policies and standards. Ensure that all Public Utility related projects comply with city, departmental and regulatory agency policies, procedures and standards. Administrative work including maintenance of engineering records and plans, processing of daily paperwork including reports, requisitions, and personnel information. Gathering and maintaining information to support periodic and special reports documenting activities and events for area of responsibility. Supervising, mentoring and training of staff, to include assignment and evaluation of work product. Developing and implementing solutions for diverse engineering challenges. Assists in updating long-term water and sanitary sewer master plans. Developing, controlling, and administering divisional operational budgets including performing cost analysis and projections. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks. If this sounds like a good fit, please apply for this exciting position in the City of Chesapeake. The CITY that truly CARES for its residents! #Engineer, #CivilEngineer #ProfessionalEngineer #PE Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT

Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, project management, or closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this job classification requires a minimum of six years of relevant, 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. Professional Engineer License 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 05/18/2026 Job Close Date Open Continuous Yes 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 Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Walking Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting No Response Lifting Amount N/A Carrying No Response Carrying Weight N/A Pushing/Pulling No Response Pushing/Pulling Weight N/A Reaching No Response Handling No Response Fine Dexterity No Response Kneeling No Response Crouching No Response Crawling No Response Bending No Response Twisting No Response Climbing No Response Balancing No Response Vision Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time.

Foot Controls No Response Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Protective Equipment Required 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 Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Emergency Situations Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 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 Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time.

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 (

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• This position requires a Virginia Professional Engineer's (PE) license.

Do you currently possess a Virginia PE? If you currently possess a PE in another state and you are selected for the position, you must be licensed in Virginia within 6 months of employment under a reciprocity agreement. Type NA, if not applicable. (Open Ended Question)