Senior Civil Engineer

About the role

The City of Ventura is seeking a Civil Engineer with project management experience to join our Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Design Team within the Public Works Department. This role is ideal for a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) ready to step into a leadership-focused role managing and delivering municipal infrastructure projects. Reporting to the Principal Civil Engineer, you will lead a small team and manage projects through all phases, including planning, environmental review, design coordination, bidding, and construction support. In this role, you will: Lead impactful infrastructure projects from concept to construction Serve in a municipal owner role , delivering public infrastructure projects Enjoy a stable public sector role with long-term career growth Focus on high-quality project delivery with an emphasis on long-term community value Take the next step into a leadership role with increasing responsibility and project complexity

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Plan, manage, and deliver Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects from concept through construction
• Design Oversight & QA/QC: Review engineering plans, specifications, and technical documents to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance throughout all project phases
• Consultant Coordination: Procure and manage consultants; coordinate with regulatory and permitting agencies
• Staff Supervision: Provide guidance, training, and oversight to assigned engineering staff
• Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate with internal departments, external partners, and present to public forums including City Council
• Technical Documentation: Prepare and review reports, plans, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and project documentation
• Minimum Qualifications - Required
• A combination of training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field and four years of professional Civil Engineering experience, including some experience in a lead or project management capacity.
• License: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license
• Certificate: Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in the State of California is required at the time of appointment
• About the Department
• The department has been APWA-accredited since 2014 and utilizes modern project management tools, including Trimble Unity Construct and Workday, to deliver high-quality public infrastructure projects.
• How to Apply & Selection Process
• Application Deadline: Applications are reviewed weekly, and candidates are encouraged to apply for immediate consideration. Open until filled.
• The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.
• This position has been designated as eligible for the City's Employee Referral Program. If you were referred by a current City staff member, please include their name in the supplemental question section.
• Additional Information
• To learn more about the City's hiring process, visit the City of Ventura Hiring Process page .
• Questions? Contact the Recruitment Team:
• recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov
• (805) 654-7802
• In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selec

Benefits

Additional Information

Senior Civil Engineer Applications are accepted exclusively through the City of Ventura Career Site: www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs . Submissions through other websites or methods will not be accepted. Pay & Benefits Whether you're starting your career journey or seeking new opportunities, we welcome all and offer: Competitive pay and benefits Strong support for professional development Flexible Work Options: 9/80 and hybrid schedules available (subject to department approval) Eligibility as a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer Salary Range (DOQ): Senior Civil Engineer - $118,779.44 - $159,166.38 Annually DOQ

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