Capital Projects Engineering Manager

Position Overview

What We Do

At the City of Wilsonville, we come together to build a safe, connected, and thriving community. The Community Development Department plays a key role in shaping the City's future through planning, building, engineering, and economic development. Our Engineering Division delivers the infrastructure that makes Wilsonville work- managing projects to design, build, and maintain the roads, utilities, parks, pathways, and public spaces that support a high quality of life for residents and a strong environment for businesses.

What You Will Do

As the Capital Projects Engineering Manager, you will lead high-impact projects from vision to reality while guiding a talented and dedicated team. You'll oversee the planning, design, and construction of capital improvements that leave a lasting mark on the community. This role is hands-on, collaborative, and strategic. You'll partner with internal departments, consultants, contractors, and the public to deliver projects that improve mobility, sustainability, and livability across the city.

You'll also get to work on interesting and visible projects, such as:

* Transportation and multimodal improvements that keep Wilsonville moving

* Utility and infrastructure upgrades that support long-term growth

* Public space and right-of-way enhancements that improve safety and accessibility

* Complex capital projects that balance innovation, sustainability, and fiscal responsibility

Clickherefor a comprehensive list of Wilsonville capital improvement projects.

Who We Are Looking For

We're seeking a collaborative leader who is passionate about public service and building strong teams. Someone who:

* Communicates clearly and inspires trust

* Brings experience managing complex capital projects

* Enjoys mentoring staff and developing future leaders

* Balances creative thinking with practical, results-driven solutions

* Understands the importance of safety, sustainability, and community livability

Your Background

* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

* Oregon Professional Engineer registration (or ability to obtain within six months)

* Six years of engineering experience, including at least three years in public works or capital project management

* Excellent leadership, collaboration, and project delivery skills

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're excited about leading meaningful infrastructure projects and making a lasting difference in a growing, forward-thinking city, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your application, cover letter, resume, and responses to the supplemental questions to be considered-and come help build Wilsonville's future.

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Under the general supervision of the City Engineer, manages the Engineering Division's capital projects function for the Community Development Department. Specific areas of focus include, but are not limited to: implementing the City's Capital Improvement Program; providing professional engineering oversight in project programming, planning, design, construction and administration; managing other staff and outside consultants and contractors; and coordinating with other agencies.

This position coordinates with the Development Engineering Manager to efficiently and effectively schedule and assign duties to Engineering Division staff.

This position reports to the City Engineer and supervises engineering staff as assigned.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following tasks are representative and not to be considered all inclusive

Division Management Responsibilities

* Establishes long-range goals and plans for the division and maintains short-range plan that accomplishes division goals, such as the Capital Improvement Program project schedules, personnel allocation, budget, and operation.

* Develops and administers the division's budget in collaboration with the Development Engineering Manager.

* Holds assigned staff accountable for personal goals and contributions towards organizational objectives and values. Supervises and manages assigned staff, including performance reviews and other personnel matters. Evaluates need for and provides training opportunities and career development.

* Participates in staff selection process and provides input.

* May serve as acting City Engineer when assigned.

Capital Improvement Program Responsibilities

* In collaboration with the Development Engineering Manager, evaluates and coordinates staffing assignments and budgetary needs associated with the Engineering Division's capital improvement projects and private development functions.

* Administers the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to assure infrastructure is aligned with City's Comprehensive Plan and adopted Master Plans.

* Manages capital project development, design, and implementation including technical research and feasibility analyses, funding and cost analyses, scheduling, public involvement, project budgeting and work plan development, project performance and results.

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