SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER

Salary: $59.80 - $81.45 Hourly
Location : City of Long Beach, CA
Job Type: Classified - Full-Time, Permanent
Job Number: K52NN-26
Department: Multiple Departments - (CL)
Opening Date: 04/10/2026
Closing Date: 7/10/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


DESCRIPTION
Applications are available online beginning Friday, April 10, 2026, through 11:59 PM Friday, July 10, 2026.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED.
VACANCY INFORMATION:

The Senior Civil Engineer classification is used in the following five City of Long Beach departments: Airport, Community Development, Harbor, Public Works, and Utilities. Look atexamples of how the position is used in various departments. (click here)

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Under direction, supervises and coordinates plan review activities; design management, program/project management, and/or construction management of a wide variety of multiple municipal, harbor, airport, gas, water and wastewater engineering and/or public and private development and building projects; performs, formulates, and coordinates work assignments for the review of plans, designs, estimates, and reports regarding surveys, inspections, soils, and geology; supervises the preparation of plans, specifications, the compilation of estimates and contract terms from an engineering standpoint; performs difficult structural and architectural plan check for compliance with building code requirements, City ordinances, and State/Federal statues/laws; performs the state's accessibility compliance review for building projects; leads, coordinates and manages multi-disciplinary teams of City and/or consultant staff to deliver complex projects in a collaborative environment; performs project reviews and permitting processes; performs special studies and prepares comprehensive reports; develops, manages, and tracks cost estimates, budgets and schedules for assigned projects; evaluates and manages project risks; performs claims analysis; administers consultant contracts; makes presentations to governmental bodies and citizen groups; oversees subdivision activities; may oversee the management of multiple projects, including scope, schedule, and budget definition; manages project execution with multiple stakeholders; procures, negotiates and manages professional services contracts; performs project management including procurement, negotiation budgeting, scheduling, interfacing with regulatory agencies and other stakeholders, and monitoring and evaluating the work of consultants performing engineering, design and construction management work; manages and administers construction contracts, including managing requests for information and submittals, analyzing and negotiating contract changes, evaluating claims and reviewing and processing progress payments; acts as assistant to the Division/Section Head when required; performs other related duties as required.
Some departments may require the following duties to be performed as well: Interview and recommend employees for hire; prepare board or City Council memoranda; perform constructability reviews, pre-construction planning and coordination; chair pre-construction and weekly progress meetings and prepare meeting minutes.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California ( proof required ) *.
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A minimum of five years of paid, full-time equivalent, and relevant experience**. Two years of the required experience must have been gained in a related position while registered as a Civil Engineer.



*Proof of required documents, such as a degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or another identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study, and transcripts must indicate the field of study and the degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.
If an applicant has a question regarding the licensing process, please contact the Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. The web address is


**Relevant experience such as experience involving primary responsibility for preparation or review and approval of standards, designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates of civil engineering, project management, construction management, or structural engineering projects.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Some positions require the ability to respond to emergency calls in person or by telephone within a 30-minute timeframe.
• A valid driver's license, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel, may be required for some assignments.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

For a vacancy in the Water Department, Treatment Operator 2 (or higher) and Distribution Operator 2 (or higher) certifications from the State Water Resources Control Board are desired.
The Community Development Department desires possession of a California Certified Access Specialist (CASp) certification and International Code Council (ICC) Building and/or Residential Plans Examiner certifications.
The Harbor Department desires Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification, registration as a Project Management Professional (PMP), and/or Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP).
The Public Works Department desires Certification in Civil Engineering (e.g. Professional Engineering License (PE), Traffic Engineering (e.g., Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE)), Traffic Engineer License (TE), Qualified SWPPP Practitioner/Developer (QSP/QSD),Certification in Stormwater Management (e.g., Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality (CPSWQ)), and/orCertification in Accessibility Compliance (e.g., Certified Access Specialist (CASp)).
Experience coordinating transportation, bridge, stormwater, and traffic engineering projects is desired for some positions.

SELECTION PROCEDURE
Application and Supplemental Application......................................................Qualifying
Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification. All applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran's Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed. The resulting eligible list remain in effect for at least one year. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.
If you have not received notification within two weeks after the close of filing, please contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.
In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original

passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be

added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable

discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)
This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here:
EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at View phone number on click.appcast.io. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at View phone number on click.appcast.io. For the hearing impaired, call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.
J.O.B. K52NN-26 SCE:LB HR 04/03/2026
Employee Benefits
The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)
• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave
• Deferred Compensation
• Credit Union Membership
• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).
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INSTRUCTIONS: The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about your qualifications for this position. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the selection process. Be specific and detailed in your responses. Resumes should be attached, but may not be substituted in lieu of the required application forms (i.e., responses should NOT state "see resume").Please be advised that failure to answer required questions will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list.The application, supplemental questionnaire, and attachments must be completed and received by the filing deadline.Proof of any required documents must be uploaded to the online application. Please be advised that failure to provide the required documents will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list.If you require assistance, please call our customer service line at View phone number on click.appcast.io during the filing period between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, or email View email address on click.appcast.io and include SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER in the subject line. Do you understand the instructions for completing and submitting the application and supplemental questionnaire for this job?

• Yes

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Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California is required . Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing. Answer the following question: Do you possess a registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California and have attached it to this online application?

• Yes, I possess a registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California and have attached it to this online application.
• No, my registration as a Professional Civil Engineer is not from California.
• No, I currently do not possess a registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California at this time.

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A minimum of five years of paid, full-time equivalent, and relevant* experience is required. Two years of the required experience must have been gained in a related position while registered as a Civil Engineer. *Relevant experience, such as experience involving primary responsibility for the preparation or review and approval of standards, designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates of civil engineering, project management, construction management, or structural engineering projects. Answer the following question: How much relevant experience do you possess?

• No paid relevant experience
• 0 - 11 months of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 5 years or more of experience

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A minimum of five years, paid, full-time equivalent and relevant* experience is required. Two years of the required experience must have been gained in a related position while registered as a Civil Engineer. *Relevant experience such as: experience involving primary responsibility for preparation or review and approval of standards, designs, plans, specifications and cost estimates of civil engineering, project management, construction management or structural engineering projects. How much experience do you have in a related position while registered as a Civil Engineer?

• No experience while registered as a Civil Engineer
• 0 to 11 months of experience
• 12 - 23 months of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 4 years or more of experience

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A minimum of five years, paid, full-time equivalent and relevant* experience is required. Two years of the required experience must have been gained in a related position while registered as a Civil Engineer. *Relevant experience such as: experience involving primary responsibility for preparation or review and approval of standards, designs, plans, specifications and cost estimates of civil engineering, project management, construction management or structural engineering projects. Describe your relevant experience. To receive credit, include the following information per qualifying experience describing your experience related to the requirements of Senior Civil Engineer. Do not copy and paste your resume . 1) Employer Name 2)Your Job Title 3) Dates of employment (mo/year to mo/year) 4) Related duties performed for the position held. Your responses must be complete to receive credit for this experience. Incomplete responses may not receive credit. If you do not have any related experience, please indicate with NONE .
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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS (OPTONAL): For a vacancy in the Water Department, Treatment Operator 2 (or higher) and Distribution Operator 2 (or higher) certifications from the State Water Resources Control Board are desired. The Community Development Department desires possession of a California Certified Access Specialist (CASp) certification and International Code Council (ICC) Building and/or Residential Plans Examiner certifications.The Harbor Department desires Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification, registration as a Project Management Professional (PMP), and/or Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP). The Public Works Department desires Certification in Civil Engineering (e.g. Professional Engineering License (PE), Traffic Engineering (e.g., Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE)), Traffic Engineer License (TE), Qualified SWPPP Practitioner/Developer (QSP/QSD), Certification in Stormwater Management (e.g., Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality (CPSWQ)), and/or Certification in Accessibility Compliance (e.g., Certified Access Specialist (CASp)).

• Treatment Operator 2 (or higher) certification from the State Water Resources Control Board
• Distribution Operator 2 (or higher) certification from the State Water Resources Control Board
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification
• Registration as a Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP)
• Certification in Traffic Engineering (e.g., Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE))
• Traffic Engineer License (TE)
• Qualified SWPPP Practitioner/Developer (QSP/QSD)
• Certification in Stormwater Management (e.g., Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality (CPSWQ))
• Certification in Accessibility Compliance (e.g., Certified Access Specialist (CASp))
• International Code Council (ICC) Building and/or Residential Plans Examiner certifications

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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS (OPTONAL): Experience coordinating transportation, bridge, stormwater, and traffic engineering projects is desired for some positions.Please check any applicable experience in design management, program/project management, and/or construction management for any of the following municipal, public, or private development and building projects.

• Transportation
• Bridge
• Stormwater
• Traffic Engineer
• Airport
• Harbor
• Gas
• Water
• Wastewater Engineering
• Community Development

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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS (OPTIONAL): Please describe in detail your experience in each of the desirable qualification area(s) selected above.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS By answering Yes , I understand that proof of required documents must be submitted as attachments at the time of filing. I also understand that failure to submit all required documents at the time of filing will result in my application being considered incomplete.Proofs for this position may include: college transcripts/degrees and/or DD-214 Member 4 Form, if claiming veteran's preference. Please note that candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing.

• Yes

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The City of Long Beach offers local hiring preference points to applicants who meet certain criteria, including residency, higher education, internal non-career employment, and completion of internships or apprenticeships. If you would like to be considered for these points for SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER, NeoGov Job Number: K52NN-26, please complete the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the following link: and upload any required verification documents in PDF format. Note: You will need to reference NeoGov Job Number: K52NN-26. Incomplete questionnaires or missing documents will result in your application being reviewed without the application of local hiring preference points. For any questions or for more information, please call the Talent Acquisition help desk at View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit . Please select one of the following options to confirm your status regarding the local hiring preference points:

• I have completed the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the link provided and submitted all required documents for consideration of local hiring preference points.
• I have reviewed the eligibility criteria, and the local hiring preference points do not apply to me.I do not wish to be considered for local hiring preference points, even if eligible.

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By answering Yes , I understand that the City of Long Beach utilizes electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information related to job applications submitted online through Governmentjobs.com. As an applicant, if I do not wish to receive emails from the City of Long Beach and decide to unsubscribe from email notifications and/or text messages, I may miss important information (i.e. employment opportunities) regarding the status of any job applications that I submit online.If you have questions or need clarification, please contact the Civil Service Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

• Yes

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By answering Yes and submitting this application, I certify the following: 1) I have personally completed the information provided and it is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge; and2) I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.I understand and acknowledge the statements above.

• Yes

Required Question