Senior Engineer - Civil - Citywide (5211)

Overview Job Title : Citywide Engineer / Manager – professional and technical engineering, architecture and / or landscape architecture personnel, performing highly technical and administrative functions in connection with the design, construction, operation and maintenance of projects and systems.

Important Information & Application Steps

Application Instructions :

Use your personal email — school and work emails may become inaccessible.

We review your application, NOT your resume—complete it fully and highlight your relevant experience.

Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification.

If interested in other specialties, apply separately for each.

Application Opens : September 30, 2025

Application Filing Deadline : 5 : 00 PM on October 28, 2025

After Submitting Your Application :

Confirmation Email : Verify you receive a confirmation email. If not, your application was NOT successfully submitted.

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Save a Copy : Retain a copy of the recruitment announcement for reference (List ID : CBT-5211-C00376)

Contact Information : For questions, contact Tamara Ranney at tamara.ranney@sfgov.org.

Job Description Under general administrative direction, manages, and directs the activities of professional and technical engineering, architecture and / or landscape architecture personnel performing highly technical and administrative functions in connection with the design, construction, operation and maintenance of projects and systems.

The essential functions of the class may vary depending upon assignment and may include :

Directing, supervising, and coordinating the design of complex engineering, architecture, or landscape architecture projects.

Conducting interviews, selecting, training, monitoring, and evaluating departmental staff and consultants.

Planning, organizing, and directing the administration and management of contracts.

Overseeing and reviewing the preparation of complex construction contracts and documents.

Establishing and implementing departmental policies, procedures, and administrative directives.

Managing projects and coordinating activities between units and other groups.

Consulting with technical staff, conducting meetings, and representing the City.

Writing, reviewing, and approving documents.

Supervising the review of shop drawings by contractors and field inspection staff.

Performing other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications 1. Seven (7) years verifiable professional engineering (e.g., civil, electrical, mechanical, sanitary / chemical / environmental, transportation / traffic, or structural) work experience, of which four (4) years must be as a licensed professional engineer in the specialty you are applying for. Two (2) of the seven (7) years must be equivalent to the City and County of San Francisco class 5241 Engineer in the specialty you are applying for.

2. Possession of a current Certificate of Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in Civil Engineering.

Notes :

Some engineering positions may require certification issued by ICBO, ICC, or equivalent.

Some positions may require additional licensing or experience in areas such as Construction Management, Structural Design, Corrosion, Fire Protection, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental, or Instrumentation and Control Systems. Additional disciplines may be determined later.

Most positions require a valid California Driver's License.

Substitutions for Engineering Specialties :

A Master’s Degree in Engineering may substitute for 1 year of work experience.

A PhD in Engineering may substitute for 2 years of work experience.

Out-of-State Note : This note applies to all candidates applying from out of California. Candidates licensed in other states who otherwise meet minimum requirements but do not possess the California license may file for this examination and will be placed under waiver until the California license is presented.

Working Conditions : Some positions may require lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, working in high places and confined spaces, exposure to weather, and extended periods of bending, sitting, walking on uneven surfaces. Schedules may include weekends, holidays, nights, and / o r overtime.

Verification :

Applicants may be required to verify education and experience at any point in the process. Falsifying information may result in disqualification. For verification information, visit Hiring Process and How to Verify Education and Experience.

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. Applications completed improperly may lead to ineligibility or lower scores.

Selection Procedures After application submission, qualified candidates must complete all steps, including :

Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire with Training and Experience Evaluation (100%) :

Applicants will complete a Supplemental Questionnaire as part of the online application to evaluate minimum qualifications and determine final rank on the eligible list. The official application must also be completed.

Eligible List / Score Report :

A confidential eligible list will be created for certification purposes. The list is public for inspection upon request once exhausted or referrals resolved. The list / score report may change after adoption as directed by HR or Civil Service Commission. The list duration is 6 months and may be extended.

Notice : This recruitment and its eligible list may be used to fill positions in various City departments.

To find departments using this classification, click here.

Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights

Appeals must be submitted in writing per Civil Service Rule 110.4 by close of business on the 5th business day after issuance. Information on rules and appeal rights is available on the Civil Service Commission website.

How to Apply

All job applications must be submitted through the online portal at https : / / careers.sf.gov / . Public computers are available to file online applications. Ensure accuracy of information; your name must match your legal ID. Successful submission will trigger a confirmation email from notification@careers.sf.gov.

For questions, contact the exam analyst, Tamara Ranney, at tamara.ranney@sfgov.org.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages diversity and equal opportunity in employment.

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