Engineer I/II/III - QA/QC Plan Reviewer

Job Posting End Date:

September 23, 2026

Department:

PUBLIC WORKS

Compensation Grade:

A12

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range:
Engineer I: (A12 - $63,190.40 - $98,467.20)
Engineer II: (A14 - $71,739.20 - $111,176.00)
Engineer III: (A17 - $83,033.60 - $128,710.40)

Starting Salary - Depending on Qualifications

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

Yes

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

About Us:

Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.

Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

Come join the Engineering Support Division for an exciting opportunity to be part of the QA/QC team reviewing the CIP infrastructure with the City of Virginia Beach.
The position may be classified as an Engineer I, Engineer II or Engineer III depending on qualifications and experience of the selected applicant.

The selected candidate will be part of a team of talented engineers working with the QA/QC team in the Engineering Support Division of the City Engineer’s Office. The selected candidate will perform a variety of duties of a complex nature related to reviews of preliminary engineering reports, plans, as-builts, construction cost estimates, specifications, calculations and computations in accordance with the City, State, and Federal standards and specifications and the Public Works Design Standards Manual. Types of projects include, but are not limited to:

• Roadway/Highways Improvements

• Intersection Improvements

• Traffic Signals and Replacements

• Sidewalks, Shared Use Paths and Trails

• Drainage Improvements, Stormwater Quality Improvements and Stormwater Ponds

• Flood Protection Projects and Stormwater Pump Stations

• Bridges and Bridge Replacements

• Coastal Improvements and Beach Replenishments

• Dredging of Channels, Lakes and Stormwater Ponds

• Utility Replacements, Improvements and Utility Pump Stations

• Parks and Recreation projects

Representative work functions may include, but are not limited to:

• Review project plans and studies for various infrastructure related projects, including conceptual design, preliminary engineering reports, geotechnical reports, cost estimate, design calculations and computations, specifications and project manuals.

• Oversee consultants performing QA/QC of Public Works CIP projects and coordinate limited QA/QC reviews with other Departments in the City projects affecting Public Works assets.

• Prepare project cost estimates

• Perform and/or manage engineering studies.

• Contact administration to assure City standards are met.

In addition to the minimum requirements, the ideal candidate for these positions will have experience listed in the preferences. Candidates with the preferred experience should ensure the information is provided in the application.

The ideal candidate must possess:

- A Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related field

Additional requirements:
• DMV Transcript: Yes
• CDL: No
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No
• CPS Check: No
• Physical: No
• Respirator: No
• Psychological Screening: No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: No

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or closely related field, or an Associate’s Degree with six (6) years of progressive experience of engineering level work. Special Requirements: All 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.

Skills:

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.

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Official Job Descriptions:

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.