Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager

The Engineering Department is responsible for reviewing and permitting land development, managing public improvements, and overseeing city‑funded public works projects including roads, parks, and city facilities.

• Lead planning, development, and execution of the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP), including the annual Pavement Management Program (PMP).
• Oversee design, permitting, and construction of City‑funded public works projects; prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Act as Project Manager for complex capital projects requiring coordination with multiple agencies, utility providers, consultants, developers, and stakeholders.
• Prepare and manage Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Notices Inviting Bids (NIBs); negotiate and administer contracts, including construction change orders and vendor pricing.
• Ensure environmental compliance with CEQA and NEPA; manage mitigation efforts and regulatory permits, including SMARTS system filings (WDID, NOI, NOT) as a Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD).
• Develop and update the City’s Standard Details and Special Provisions for public works construction.
• Prepare and submit grant applications for local, state, and federal funding; manage awarded projects in compliance with Caltrans LAPM and other agency requirements.
• Serve as the City’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Liaison Officer; prepare and submit annual DBE Implementation Agreements.
• Prepare and submit required reports for various transportation and infrastructure funding programs; ensure compliance with applicable guidelines and regulations.
• Collaborate with regional agencies and funding partners to advocate for local infrastructure needs, submit project proposals, and manage funding agreements and reimbursements.
• Foster interdepartmental collaboration with Land Development, Traffic Engineering, Community Services, Community Development, Building & Safety, Police, and Fire to ensure project alignment and compliance.
• Maintain strong working relationships with utility agencies including Eastern Municipal Water District, Southern California Edison, The Gas Company, and telecom providers; draft and manage interagency agreements.
• Prepare staff reports and deliver presentations to City Council, commissions, and public forums; respond to inquiries and represent the department in meetings.
• Collaborate with the City Manager’s Office to prioritize and implement capital projects based on Council direction and community needs.

• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional engineering experience in a municipal or similar setting, including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience at a level comparable to a Senior Civil Engineer or higher.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, major coursework in civil engineering or a closely related field.

• Valid driver’s license.
• Registered Professional Civil Engineer license in the State of California.

Mobility to work in a standard office setting; operate a motor vehicle and visit various city sites; vision and hearing to read printed materials and communicate. Tasks include standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, and pulling up to 30 pounds.

Office environment with moderate noise and controlled temperature. Occasional field work exposes employees to loud noise, temperature extremes, road hazards, vibration, chemicals, mechanical and electrical hazards, and air contaminants.

Employees may be required to work overtime, weekends, evenings, and holidays, and respond as a Disaster Services Emergency Worker.

Yearly salary range: $160,035 – $.