Technical Services and Asset Management Engineer

Position Overview

The City of Virginia Beach Public Works is hiring an Engineer IV to lead and oversee the Technical Services and Asset Management Bureau. This senior-level engineering role involves supervising 11 technical staff, managing complex infrastructure projects, and implementing strategic asset management programs. The position demands advanced engineering expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and leadership in process development and emergency response.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex engineering and managerial tasks, including project management and infrastructure maintenance, overseeing specialized engineering projects such as the Bridge Maintenance Program.
• Oversee the Public Works’ asset management program, managing the GIS database, enhancing the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), and ensuring data quality and timely reporting.
• Apply industry-standard asset management principles to maintain public infrastructure effectively.
• Support and develop divisional emergency response plans for events such as snow, hurricanes, and post-storm recovery operations.
• Coordinate with internal departments, external agencies, and the public; prepare and deliver presentations and training sessions related to bureau activities.
• Note: Position is ALPHA I and requires work during all inclement weather (flooding, hurricanes, snow, etc.).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET-approved program with a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Seven (7) or more years of progressive professional engineering experience.
• Ability to work extended hours when necessary to address department or City-wide emergencies.
• DMV Transcript: Required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff, including workload allocation, training, budgeting, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Proven track record in managing engineering projects, contracts, bridge infrastructure maintenance, construction, scheduling, and technical report writing.
• Hands-on experience with GIS, software applications, data analysis, and the development of complex reports.
• Background in developing, implementing, or enhancing software applications and asset management processes.
• Experience managing Public Works infrastructure programs and demonstrating critical thinking to improve processes with minimal supervision.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Starting salary will depend on qualifications with a pay range of $88,444.17 - $137,088.46.
• Benefits: Generous package including health, dental, and life insurance; retirement and savings plans; maternity/paternity and parental leave; as well as holiday and other leave benefits.
• VRS Contribution: All full-time employees contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account.