Director of Utilities & Public Works: Strategic Leader

Braintree; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Braintree seeks an experienced engineering professional to serve as Director of Utilities, uniting water, sewer, stormwater, and solid waste under a single leadership role.

You will guide long-range planning, capital improvements, and regulatory compliance, manage diverse teams, and coordinate with town officials and external agencies to deliver reliable public works services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or closely related discipline.
• Five or more years of progressively responsible civil engineering, municipal public works, project management, or related experience.
• Massachusetts PE registration preferred, with EIT or ability to obtain a PE within a reasonable period considered.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Water, Sewer, Stormwater, and Solid Waste functions and operations.
• Develop and manage annual utility and Solid Waste budgets and capital plans.
• Coordinate with Town staff, regulatory agencies, and external partners to ensure compliance and service excellence.
• Lead and supervise utility divisions, ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability of services.
• Represent the Town in meetings with boards, commissions, and external organizations.

Skills

Public works leadership

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting & finance

Project management

Municipal utilities knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Massachusetts PE registration preferred

Job description

The Town of Braintree seeks an experienced engineering professional to serve as Director of Utilities, uniting water, sewer, stormwater, and solid waste under a single leadership role.

You will guide long-range planning, capital improvements, and regulatory compliance, manage diverse teams, and coordinate with town officials and external agencies to deliver reliable public works services.