Civil Engineer II

About the role

The City of Roanoke is seeking a Civil Engineer II – Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Manager in the Stormwater Utility. The Stormwater Utility is a division of the Department of Public Works tasked with improving water quality and flood resilience for the community.

Responsibilities

• Leads a team of 2-3 engineers and an inspector who implement projects addressing drainage issues, flooding, and water quality.
• Develops and implements projects that holistically and sustainably address drainage concerns while advancing broader environmental and community objectives.
• Ensures projects comply with the principles of the Envision rating system established by the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure.
• Procures professional engineering consultant services, manages engineering design contracts, and oversees consultant performance to ensure compliance with project requirements, schedules, budgets, and quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (VA DPOR) board for Architects and Engineers with a major in civil, biological systems, or hydrological engineering, or related field.
• Five to ten years related experience and/or training in a variety of professional engineering work.
• Prefer graduate study in the area of stormwater.
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Virginia or be able to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Credentialed as an Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) through the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure is preferred or be able to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• The ability and desire to lead a team in the development and construction of a variety of stormwater, flood mitigation and restoration projects while coordinating with the broader Public Works staff, City organization, and community.
• The ability to use AutoCAD, spreadsheets, ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, and various stormwater design software programs.
• A Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia Registration board for Architects and Engineers with a major in civil engineering or related field; five to ten years related experience and/or training in a variety of professional engineering work.
• Graduate study in the areas of storm water management, street and highway design and maintenance, and bridge and structure design and maintenance preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills

• Specialized knowledge of stormwater design and construction practices, including professional land surveying, sustainable and resilient design principles, drafting, erosion and sediment control, and green infrastructure.

Benefits

The City of Roanoke offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid leave
• Extended Illness Leave
• Mental Health & Well-Being Leave
• Shared Leave Bank
• Health Insurance options

Pay

The salary range for this position is determined by the City of Roanoke’s compensation policy and market research. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with standard working hours. The exact schedule will be determined during the hiring process.