Prince William County, VA
Salary:
$91,162.50 - $152,509.50 Annually Location :
Prince William County, VA Job Type:
Full-Time (FT) Job Number:
202510122 Department:
PUBLIC WORKS Division:
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT DIVISION Opening Date:
10/22/2025 Closing Date:
11/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern GRADE:
C45 Hiring Salary:
$91,162.50 - $152,509.50 Annually
Introduction Are you a designer or an experienced site development plan reviewer with outstanding customer service and communication skills? Can you effectively multitask, solve problems independently, and thrive in a team environment alongside a large group of professionals? If so, this could be the ideal career for you.
The Prince William County Public Works, Environmental Management Division, is actively seeking an experienced civil engineer with strong communication skills to assume the role of Principal Engineer. This position involves conducting senior-level reviews of land development plans, with a focus on grading, erosion & sediment control, storm drainage, floodplain studies, and stormwater management.
About This Role: The preferred candidate should be an experienced civil engineer with proficiency in grading, storm drainage, and stormwater management designs, encompassing various aspects of civil engineering. A strong working knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering is essential. The ability to handle multiple projects with strict deadlines is a must. Superior communication skills are required, along with the capability to work at a senior level with minimal supervision. $5,000 sign-on bonus offered.
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 3 years of related (designing and/or reviewing land development plans for civil engineering) experience.
Preferences: Preferably, possess a degree in civil engineering or a related field, along with a minimum of 3 years of experience in designing and/or reviewing land development plans for civil engineering. Professional Engineer License. Demonstrate three or more years of experience in the following areas:
Designing and/or reviewing Erosion & Sediment Control plans. Designing and/or reviewing land development projects concerning overall grading and the design of storm drainage systems. Designing and/or reviewing Stormwater Management facilities and Best Management Practices. Conducting, reviewing, and utilizing software applications for hydraulic and hydrologic studies. Handling Stormwater maintenance agreements and easements. Conducting and/or reviewing floodplain studies.
Special Requirements: Either hold a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or have the ability to obtain one within the first year of employment. Also, possess or be capable of acquiring applicable Virginia Certifications in Stormwater Management (SWM) and Erosion & Sediment Control (E&S) within the initial year of employment. Work Schedule: Working hours are Monday to Friday, either from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm or 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Please note that telework is not currently available for this position:
Hiring Salary Range: $91,162.50 - $152,509.50 Annually "This position offers a hiring bonus of $5,000, which will be distributed in two equal installments. The first installation of $2,500 will be paid after you have completed 90 days of employment. The remaining $2,500 will be disbursed upon successful completion of the probationary period."
Note The above position description is intended to represent the key areas of responsibility specific to this role. To view the class description in its entirety, please click
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.
Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position. The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:
Temporary Provisional Seasonal employees Click on the link below to explore our plans and rates. 01
I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.
I have read, understand, and acknowledge the above statement I decline to proceed any further in this process.
02
Please select the option that best reflects your highest level of completed education.
Master's Degree or higher in Civil Engineering, or related field Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, or related field None of the above
03
Quantify your years of experience designing and/or reviewing land development plans for civil engineering.
5 or more years 3 - 4 years 1 - 2 years No experience to less than 1 year
04
This position requires 3 or more years of experience in civil engineering design, as it relates to the design or review of site development plans. Please quantify your years of experience in this area.
5 or more years of experience 3-4 years of experience 1-2 years of experience No experience
05
Please quantify your experience in the design or review Erosion & Sediment Control plans.
5 or more years of experience 3-4 years of experience 1-2 years of experience No experience
06
Please quantify your experience in the design and/or review of land development projects as they relate to overall grading and designing storm drainage systems.
5 or more years of experience 3-4 years of experience 1-2 years of experience No experience
07
Please quantify your experience in the design and review of Stormwater Management (SWM) facilities and Best Management Practices (BMPs)
5 or more years of experience 3-4 years of experience 1-2 years of experience No experience
08
Experience in conducting or reviewing hydrologic and hydraulic studies, and in using software applications for hydrologic and hydraulic studies.
5 or more years of experience 3-4 years of experience 1-2 years of experience No experience
09
Please quantify your experience with stormwater maintenance agreements and easements.
5 or more years of experience 3-4 years of experience 1-2 years of experience No experience
10
Please Quantify your experience in conducting or reviewing floodplain studies.
5 or more years of experience 3-4 years of experience 1-2 years of experience No experience
11
Professional Licenses and Registration. Check all those that apply.
Professional Engineer Licensed Surveyor Certified Floodplain Manager Virginia DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control Plan Reviewer Virginia DEQ Stormwater Management Plan Reviewer None
Required Question
$91,162.50 - $152,509.50 Annually Location :
Prince William County, VA Job Type:
Full-Time (FT) Job Number:
202510122 Department:
PUBLIC WORKS Division:
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT DIVISION Opening Date:
10/22/2025 Closing Date:
11/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern GRADE:
C45 Hiring Salary:
$91,162.50 - $152,509.50 Annually
Introduction Are you a designer or an experienced site development plan reviewer with outstanding customer service and communication skills? Can you effectively multitask, solve problems independently, and thrive in a team environment alongside a large group of professionals? If so, this could be the ideal career for you.
The Prince William County Public Works, Environmental Management Division, is actively seeking an experienced civil engineer with strong communication skills to assume the role of Principal Engineer. This position involves conducting senior-level reviews of land development plans, with a focus on grading, erosion & sediment control, storm drainage, floodplain studies, and stormwater management.
About This Role: The preferred candidate should be an experienced civil engineer with proficiency in grading, storm drainage, and stormwater management designs, encompassing various aspects of civil engineering. A strong working knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering is essential. The ability to handle multiple projects with strict deadlines is a must. Superior communication skills are required, along with the capability to work at a senior level with minimal supervision. $5,000 sign-on bonus offered.
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 3 years of related (designing and/or reviewing land development plans for civil engineering) experience.
Preferences: Preferably, possess a degree in civil engineering or a related field, along with a minimum of 3 years of experience in designing and/or reviewing land development plans for civil engineering. Professional Engineer License. Demonstrate three or more years of experience in the following areas:
Designing and/or reviewing Erosion & Sediment Control plans. Designing and/or reviewing land development projects concerning overall grading and the design of storm drainage systems. Designing and/or reviewing Stormwater Management facilities and Best Management Practices. Conducting, reviewing, and utilizing software applications for hydraulic and hydrologic studies. Handling Stormwater maintenance agreements and easements. Conducting and/or reviewing floodplain studies.
Special Requirements: Either hold a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or have the ability to obtain one within the first year of employment. Also, possess or be capable of acquiring applicable Virginia Certifications in Stormwater Management (SWM) and Erosion & Sediment Control (E&S) within the initial year of employment. Work Schedule: Working hours are Monday to Friday, either from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm or 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Please note that telework is not currently available for this position:
Hiring Salary Range: $91,162.50 - $152,509.50 Annually "This position offers a hiring bonus of $5,000, which will be distributed in two equal installments. The first installation of $2,500 will be paid after you have completed 90 days of employment. The remaining $2,500 will be disbursed upon successful completion of the probationary period."
Note The above position description is intended to represent the key areas of responsibility specific to this role. To view the class description in its entirety, please click
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.
Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position. The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:
Temporary Provisional Seasonal employees Click on the link below to explore our plans and rates. 01
I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.
I have read, understand, and acknowledge the above statement I decline to proceed any further in this process.
02
Please select the option that best reflects your highest level of completed education.
Master's Degree or higher in Civil Engineering, or related field Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, or related field None of the above
03
Quantify your years of experience designing and/or reviewing land development plans for civil engineering.
5 or more years 3 - 4 years 1 - 2 years No experience to less than 1 year
04
This position requires 3 or more years of experience in civil engineering design, as it relates to the design or review of site development plans. Please quantify your years of experience in this area.
5 or more years of experience 3-4 years of experience 1-2 years of experience No experience
05
Please quantify your experience in the design or review Erosion & Sediment Control plans.
5 or more years of experience 3-4 years of experience 1-2 years of experience No experience
06
Please quantify your experience in the design and/or review of land development projects as they relate to overall grading and designing storm drainage systems.
5 or more years of experience 3-4 years of experience 1-2 years of experience No experience
07
Please quantify your experience in the design and review of Stormwater Management (SWM) facilities and Best Management Practices (BMPs)
5 or more years of experience 3-4 years of experience 1-2 years of experience No experience
08
Experience in conducting or reviewing hydrologic and hydraulic studies, and in using software applications for hydrologic and hydraulic studies.
5 or more years of experience 3-4 years of experience 1-2 years of experience No experience
09
Please quantify your experience with stormwater maintenance agreements and easements.
5 or more years of experience 3-4 years of experience 1-2 years of experience No experience
10
Please Quantify your experience in conducting or reviewing floodplain studies.
5 or more years of experience 3-4 years of experience 1-2 years of experience No experience
11
Professional Licenses and Registration. Check all those that apply.
Professional Engineer Licensed Surveyor Certified Floodplain Manager Virginia DEQ Erosion and Sediment Control Plan Reviewer Virginia DEQ Stormwater Management Plan Reviewer None
Required Question