NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Senior Project Manager / Engineer
Blacksburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$87K/yr - $90K/yr
6+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a community and team-oriented Senior Project Manager to provide leadership and technical expertise for its infrastructure projects. The role involves overseeing various engineering projects related to water, wastewater, stormwater, and traffic/transportation, while also preparing feasibility studies and inspecting public infrastructure.
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Responsibilities
Prepares or provides guidance to other Town staff or consultants in the preparation of studies, preliminary design, and/or construction and bid documents
May sign construction plans prepared in-house as the Engineer of Record
Oversees the construction of a variety of infrastructure projects
Identifies the need for consultant or outside technical services on projects; assists the Director of Engineering & GIS with selection of and negotiation of contracts with engineering consultants for studies, design, and construction phase services
Coordinates and obtains permits for in-house design projects from other agencies that demonstrate compliance with federal, state and local laws, codes, and regulations
Coordinates right-of-way and easement agreements and condemnation procedures, as required for public infrastructure projects
Assists with plan review of private development projects
Conducts engineering studies and provides technical expertise to evaluate the feasibility of proposed or ongoing projects or methods or to determine solutions to existing field problems
Prepares and makes presentations to Town Council, Planning Commission, other agencies, and community groups as appropriate
Identifies, coordinates, prepares, and submits grant applications for capital improvement plan projects. Ensures compliance with grant provisions, stipulations, and reporting requirements. Serves as liaison to granting agency
Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, or related field
Minimum six years of progressively responsible professional engineering experience
Minimum of three years of supervisory and project management experience
Licensure as a registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the Commonwealth of Virginia or reciprocity from another state and the ability to secure Virginia PE within 12 months of employment
Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
Comprehensive knowledge of the theory, principles, standard methods, and practices of civil and environmental engineering and geographic information systems in accordance with Town values
Ability to plan, review, and direct the work of professional and technical subordinates
Ability to plan projects and prepare related designs, estimates, and specifications
Ability to perform and evaluate engineering analyses and to make comprehensive recommendations on engineering problems and planning
Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple projects
Ability to successfully navigate an environment where public stakeholders, developers, elected and appointed officials have differing views on policy issues and projects
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to listen effectively and understand differing views
Demonstrated ability to actively participate in a dynamic team of professionals
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Town officials, other public officials or representatives, employees, contractors and the general public
Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team environment, functioning for the good of the organization, and the community over the individual
Preferred
Experience with plan preparation using Civil 3D
Experience with WaterGEMS and/or SewerGEMS
Experience with federal and state grants and funding agencies, including, but not limited to, Virginia Department of Transportation, Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VCWRLF, SLAF, WQIF), Virginia Department of Health (DWSRF), USDA Rural Utilities Service, and Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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$700MKey Investors
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2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
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