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

About the Opportunity

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

Key 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 Engineering Design Division of Ventura's Public Works Department manages the planning, design, and delivery of the City's Council-approved 5-year Capital Improvement Program. The division provides engineering services for projects that improve streets, water, wastewater, storm drains, public buildings, and parks.

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

Submit your online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline. Resumes may be attached but will not replace a completed application or supplemental questionnaire. All communication regarding your application will be via email, so please check your inbox regularly and ensure your contact information is current.

Application Deadline: Applications are reviewed weekly, and candidates are encouraged to apply for immediate consideration. Open until filled.

The Senior Civil Engineer is distinguished from the Civil Engineer class by the greater degree of independence exercised in accomplishing the work, by the level and complexity of the assignments and the supervision of registered or non-registered engineers. Learn more about the distinguishing characteristics of the Senior Civil Engineer on the job description here.

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:


(805) 654-7802