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Public Works/Engineering - Sr. Civil Engineer - Transportation

City of Hampton
Engineering, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/26/2026

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
  • Bachelor's 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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