Civil Engineer I

Roanoke

Monday, 11 May 2026

Performs engineering review, of development plans and monitors regulated land disturbing activities to ensure that the County requirements are met. Coordinates and conducts land development programs utilizing responsible engineering activities and professional engineering expertise; Work is performed under the general supervision of the Project Engineer. Supervises any assigned technical and clerical personnel. Performs other duties as assigned. Salary will depend on qualifications ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Reviews erosion and sediment control plans, stormwater management plans, highway plans, floodplain construction, drainage and other engineering designs. Reviews site plans for new developments. Reviews subdivision requests with regard to engineering aspects including topography, drainage, utilities, sediment, erosion, and stormwater. Engages in engineering research and assists in preparation of contract documents and related materials. Prepares cost estimates on engineering projects. Assists in maintaining liaison with outside governmental agencies in regard to scheduling of surveying for public works projects and makes oral and written reports. Inspects floodplain development and major land alteration projects during construction to assure compliance with applicable regulations and specifications. Receives and responds to citizen complaints regarding construction activities, illicit discharges and the drainage systems, including investigation, reporting and enforcement actions; prepares necessary documentation of activities. Participates in the preparation of specifications, maps, and plans of County construction development projects. Interfaces with other County departments, VDOT, WVWA, and others to fulfill the customer service mandate for land use development. Maintains effective working relationships with citizens, engineers, developers, contractors, officials and other stakeholders involved in land use activities. Assists in preparing and updating land development regulations. Works with design professionals/developers to ensure projects are designed and constructed in accordance with regulations. Provides contractors and the general public with technical information related to development projects REQUIREMENTS/ PREFERENCES Education. Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil, environmental engineering or related field. Experience. Construction experience is desired but not required. This is an entry level position. Certifications/ Licenses. Required:An Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate. Valid Virginia driver’s license with good driving record. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. Thorough knowledge of the fundamental principles and practices of civil engineering. Knowledge of land and engineering survey systems, methods and techniques; site work construction materials; and construction safety standards. Skilled in the use of Microsoft office programs, and other engineering software. Ability to read and interpret land development plans and calculations. Ability to speak effectively before groups of citizens, land development professionals or county employees. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to work well within a team structure, to take and follow directions, to take ownership of tasks and to take initiative in their satisfactory completion, and to give instructions to others when appropriate. Supervisory Responsibilities. May supervise assigned support staff.

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