Project Manager-Design (Sign-on Bonus)

This position is eligible for a $3000 sign-on bonus. APPLY NOW!

The City of Chesapeake's Department Public Work Engineering division is seeking a Design Project Manager to perform engineering design and review of municipal drainage and transportation infrastructure improvement projects within our Design/Construction Management Section. The position is responsible for researching and analyzing engineering data, reviewing and designing plans, approving and maintaining related engineering information, and providing assistance with project inquiries and concerns.

The position will serve as the Project Manager (PM) on various Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) during design while delivering projects on time and within budget. Projects will be designed in house and with Consultants. Projects will be managed using local funds and/or through the Local Administrative Project (LAP) program with federal and state funds.

If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment and want to make a difference for Chesapeake and its citizens, come and join our team!

Essential Functions

• Prepares and reviews construction plans, specifications and cost estimates for drainage and transportation infrastructure improvement projects.
• Completes engineering functions such as inspecting project sites, managing project progress, and attending progress meetings.
• Prepares, approves, evaluates, and maintains related engineering reports and other information such as project work orders, invoices, proposals, grant applications, and/or permits.
• Participates in the coordination of project implementation by interacting with the various parties involved. Ensures compliance with federal and state requirements.
• Investigates and responds to inquiries and concerns for contractors, staff, the general public, and other organizational agencies.
• Attends or conducts staff meetings to exchange information; attends in-service training and classes, seminars, or conferences to improve professional skills.

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

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class 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.

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

• Architect License
• PMP Certification
• Broad exposure to a variety of municipal capital building projects from planning and design through construction.