The Public Works Director / City Engineer selected for this opportunity will gain key public sector experience in municipal infrastructure leadership and capital program oversight that can effectively position you to pursue and obtain key, sought-after public sector jobs. We are looking for a Licensed Civil Engineer that has at least 7+ years of experience in management or administrative experience in civil engineering to work on-site and part-time (approximately 20 hours per week) in the Lakewood area. 

Projects may include:

• Street Improvements
• Sidewalk ADA Improvements
• City Hall Upgrades (bathrooms, exterior painting, landscape upgrades)
• HVAC
• Community Development

As a Public Works Director / City Engineer, your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Directs and manages all Public Works Department functions, including engineering, utilities, streets and transportation, maintenance operations, land development, and capital improvement projects.
• Serves as City Engineer, exercising statutory signatory authority and overseeing all municipal engineering activities, including design review, construction inspection, and CIP delivery.
• Develops, administers, and monitors the department budget, including forecasting staffing, equipment, and operational needs.
• Oversees staff, workflows, and internal systems to ensure efficient service delivery and clear reporting relationships.
• Leads procurement and contracting for professional services and construction, including RFPs, bidding, proposal evaluation, contract negotiation, and administration.
• Provides technical leadership and coordination with developers, consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public on public works and engineering matters.
• Represents the department to City management, elected officials, other departments, and outside agencies; communicates policies, programs, and project status.
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and professional engineering standards.

As a Public Works Director / City Engineer, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or related field
• At least 7 years of increasingly responsible management and/or administrative experience in civil engineering, municipal public works maintenance, or a related field, including five 5 years of management experience
• Licensed California Professional Engineer (PE)
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship in the U.S.)
• Valid CA Driver’s License and proof of insurance