Published date: August 1, 2025
Organization: City of Ventura Public Works
Job Category: Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
County/State: Ventura/California
City: Ventura
Salary and Benefits: See apply link and/or job flyer for additional details on salary and benefits.
- $118,779.44 – $159,166.38 Annually DOQ
Summary Description:
The City of Ventura is seeking a qualified Senior Civil Engineer to be part of our Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Design Team tasked to deliver a variety of municipal infrastructure projects. This position reports to the Engineering Design Division Principal Civil Engineer and leads a CIP Design Section which includes support from two or three Assistant/Associate/Civil Engineers.
The Engineering Design Division supports development and delivery of the City’s Council approved 5-year Capital Improvement Program including initial scoping, project initiation, conceptual design, environmental review and permitting, final design, public bidding and award of contract. This position will lead the preparation of project reports and cost estimates, retain design and technical consultants through RFP, perform or manage project design including environmental review, securing permits, completing final PS&E, advertising of final bid documents, securing bids, recommending contract award, and preparation of City Council staff reports. The Senior Civil Engineer cultivates project team relationships through effective engagement and communication with stakeholders.
The Senior Civil Engineer supervises the design and delivery of major capital improvement projects, including the preparation of plans, specifications and cost estimates for complicated City projects related to streets, storm drainage, public building facilities, parks, coastal, sewers, water systems, or related public works projects. This includes pre-design, environmental/planning, design, bidding and contract award project phases. The position directly oversees the delivery of a portfolio of CIP projects being administered by the Public Works Department including providing regular status updates to the various stakeholders including project coordinators assigned from various City departments.
Summary Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have a combination of the following experience, skillset, and competencies to excel in this role:
- Licensed Professional Engineer with expertise in water and wastewater infrastructure.
- Strong project management and leadership abilities to oversee engineering teams and consultants.
- Effective communicator, able to present project updates to City leadership, Water Commission, and community groups.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to public service and infrastructure sustainability.
Experience and Qualifications for Success!
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 which includes some project management experience, and one year in a lead capacity, preferably with a public agency.
License: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver’s license.
Certificate: Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California is required at time of appointment.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in the design and contracting for municipal infrastructure
- Demonstrated experience in supervision and leadership
- Effective communication skills both verbal and written
- Commitment to public service and enhancing the quality of life for residents through collaborative efforts.
For full description/candidate qualification requirements, see link below.
Link to Apply: https://cityofventura.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CityofVentura/details/Senior-Civil-Engineer—Municipal-Design–Public-Works-_R25-213
Closing Date: Until Filled