CHIEF OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT PAY GRADE EXTENDED

Salary: $70,890.00 - $115,477.00 Annually

Location : New Castle, DE

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Job Number: 00218

Department: Public Works

Opening Date: 10/31/2025

Closing Date: 11/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

In accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations, an eligible list, which will be valid for a one-year period, and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period, is being established for this classification. Applicants on the eligible list will be certified in accordance with the Merit System and appropriate union contracts.

Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available at

EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this posting may include an evaluation of training and experience, a written examination, a computerized exam, an oral board interview examination, a performance examination or any combination of the above in order to qualify applicants for placement on the eligible list. The eligible list will be used to fill vacancies that occur within the next year. The appropriate number of names on the eligible list as prescribed by Merit System Section 26.03.505 will be certified to the hiring department for consideration to fill the vacant position(s).

New employees are generally hired at the starting salary and may be eligible for merit increases each year upon receipt of a satisfactory performance evaluation, up to the maximum salary.

New Castle County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs professional engineering and administrative work in the management of engineering design and construction projects; does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class applies professional knowledge and skills in the engineering, design, right-of-way acquisitions, and construction contract management of all capital improvements relating to the County's sanitary sewer and storm drainage infrastructure. Responsibilities include the direction and coordination of the activities of project engineers and construction inspection activities as well as rights-of-way, drafting, and survey groups. This employee also performs administrative tasks in line with responsibilities and operates under general supervision of a designated supervisor.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)

Directs and supervises the activities of subordinate engineers, drafting technicians, construction inspectors, survey personnel, and right-of-way agents;

Prepares and/or supervises the preparation of plans and specifications for construction projects and reviews plans prepared by consultants;

Makes engineering calculations related to project design;

Makes cost estimates;

Determines feasibility of designing projects in-house or by outside contractors;

Prepares requests for proposals for outside contracts and negotiates with contractors;

Reviews engineering design proposals from outside contractors and makes necessary revisions prior to soliciting bids for construction services;

Oversees the acquisition of rights-of-way;

Provides technical advice on engineering projects

Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service;

Operates a data processing terminal, personal computer, and other related equipment in the course of the work.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to the development and construction of sewer and drainage projects; skill in the use of civil engineering instruments and equipment; ability to plan projects and prepare related designs, cost estimates, and specifications; ability to plan and direct the work of subordinates; ability to make difficult engineering computations and to make comprehensive recommendations on engineering problems; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; good professional engineering judgment; ability to communicate courteously and effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to pass a Class III County physical examination.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: At least three years professional civil engineering experience at the level of Civil Engineer II and possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a professional engineer's license issued by the State of Delaware; possession of a valid Delaware Class D driver's license or its equivalent.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Jacquelyn Moore

Office of Human Resources

Health Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from the date of hire. Charges for coverage vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen. The following plans are currently available through Highmark (Comprehensive 80% Plan; a PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) and an EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) and Aetna (Open Access HMO.) Deductibles and co-pays may also apply.

Dental Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from date of hire. Currently, there are two PPO options and an HMO option. Charges vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen.

Sick Leave: Accumulates at the rate of one day for each completed month of service, beginning after the first full month of employment.

Vacation: Vests on December 31 of the calendar year preceding the vacation year. Vested vacation is to be used in the 12 months following the vesting date. Employees are entitled to vacation as follows:

Less than 12 months service -- 1 day for each completed month of service to a maximum of 10 days

1 - 4 years of service -- 10 days of vacation

5 - 9 years of service -- 15 days of vacation

10 - 14 years of service -- 20 days of vacation

15 years of service -- 25 days of vacation

15+ years of service -- 25+ days of vacation (an additional day for each successive year of service)

Holidays: 13-1/2 paid holidays per year (1/2 day on Christmas Eve).

Life Insurance: Provided by the County in the amount of one and one-half times your salary. Minimum benefit -- $50,000; Maximum benefit -- $200,000.

Pension: Employee contributory amount of three percent of base salary to defined benefit plan. County will make a non-elective contribution of one percent of base salary to defined contribution account. In addition, the County will also make an annual matching contribution of one hundred percent of employee's contribution, up to a maximum of two percent to defined contribution account. 10-year vesting.

Deferred Compensation Plan:

Optional employee contributory plan available.

Additional Benefits: Salary increases each year dependent upon appropriate negotiated increase and/or merit increases; Credit Union, Blood Bank, Sick Leave Bank (after two years of service), Fitness Center, and an Employee Assistance Program are all benefits available to employees at no cost.

Supplemental Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical reimbursement and dependent care), additional life insurance, vision, group accident, group hospital indemnity, group disability, and critical care insurance are also available at an additional cost to the employee.

Union Affiliation: Some positions are affiliated with a local bargaining unit, and, therefore, will require a monthly dues deduction ranging from $23 to $46.65 per month.

Special Note: The above benefits are subject to change. For detailed information on any of the above, contact the Office of Human Resources at .

Revised: 12/15/15

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Do you have at least three (3) years professional civil engineering experience at the level of Civil Engineer II? If yes, please describe your experience in detail.

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Do you possess a professional engineer's license issued by the State of Delaware? If yes, please your license number and expiration date.

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Do you possess a valid Delaware Class D driver's license or its equivalent? If yes, please provide your driver's license number, state of issue and expiration date.

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Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering?

Yes

No

Required Question