Director, Utilities Engineering & Strategy

Testa Search Partners; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Testa Search Partners is seeking an experienced Engineering leader to oversee the municipal electric, water and wastewater programs in Florida. You will direct the Engineering Department, coordinate capital plans, and guide consultants in strategic studies while ensuring compliance with standards and codes.

You will review designs and manage budgets, GIS data, and storm-response planning, while driving staff performance and internal controls across the utility infrastructure portfolio.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil or Electrical Engineering required.
• 10+ years of industry experience including 7+ years in leadership.
• PE license in Florida

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Engineering Department direction, tasks, resources, schedules and staff performance.
• Review drawings, designs and specs for accuracy, policy compliance and codes; approve as needed.
• Lead strategic plan updates with consultants, and support non-routine engineering decisions with technical analysis.
• Coordinate updates of Comprehensive Sewer/Water Plans, CIP and other municipal plans; review bids and contract docs.
• Oversee GIS systems, budgets, and reporting; identify funding and grant opportunities; annual budget development.
• Lead or participate in field work for electric, water and wastewater systems maintenance and improvements; help develop rates/fees.
• Prepare Commission agenda items and present recommendations; supervise staff in studies, plans and designs for utility infra.
• Act as Planning Officer for Storm Response Team; ensure internal controls, perform reviews, and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Civil Eng

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Testa Search Partners is seeking an experienced Engineering leader to oversee the municipal electric, water and wastewater programs in Florida. You will direct the Engineering Department, coordinate capital plans, and guide consultants in strategic studies while ensuring compliance with standards and codes.

You will review designs and manage budgets, GIS data, and storm-response planning, while driving staff performance and internal controls across the utility infrastructure portfolio.