Public Works Director

Zohorecruit; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumter Local Government Consulting is pleased to assist Conyers, GA, in recruiting a Public Works Director to lead a ~30-person department overseeing streets, utilities, stormwater, fleet, and engineering. The role blends daily operations with long-range planning and stakeholder engagement to advance economic development and quality of life.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic, ethical, and communicative leader with strong organizational and project management skills, capable of building

Qualifications

• Strategic thinker who understands infrastructure investments and economic development.
• Exceptional communicator with transparent, responsive, and active listening skills.
• Collaborative leader who engages employees and stakeholders effectively.
• Strong operational manager with solid organizational and project skills.
• Innovative professional who embraces continuous improvement and creative problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Oversee CPW functions including infrastructure and utilities planning.
• Balance daily operations with long-range strategic initiatives.
• Engage internal and external stakeholders to advance community vitality.
• Establish priorities, develop staff, and foster accountability and service excellence.

Skills

Strategic thinker

Exceptional communicator

Collaborative leader

Operational management

Innovative problem solving

Ethical leadership

Adaptable management

Relationship building

Job description

SumterLocalGovernmentConsulting | Full time

Public Works Director

Conyers, United States | Posted on 07/09/2026

Sumter Local Government Consulting is pleased to be assisting Conyers, GA, in conducting a recruitment for their next Public Works Director.

The Director of Public Works reports directly to the City Manager and serves as a key member of the City’s executive leadership team. The position oversees a broad portfolio of municipal services that directly impact residents, businesses, and visitors every day.

The Department of Public Works oversees streets and rights-of-way infrastructure, water and sewer utilities, stormwater management, fleet services, engineering functions, inactive landfill operations, building and grounds maintenance, bridge maintenance, multi-purpose trails, and maintenance support for Cherokee Run Golf Club.

The department consists of approximately 30 employees and includes four major divisions: Public Works, Stormwater, Fleet Services, and Engineering. The successful candidate will establish priorities, support employee development, strengthen accountability, and foster a culture centered on customer service and continuous improvement.

The breadth of responsibilities associated with this position is uncommon among communities of similar size. The Director will oversee traditional public works functions while also supporting destination assets, quality-of-life investments, and infrastructure initiatives that directly influence economic development and community vitality.

The Director will balance daily operational demands with long-range strategic planning while remaining engaged with internal and external stakeholders. Success will require exceptional communication skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to building high-performing teams.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following attributes:

• Strategic thinker who understands how infrastructure investments support economic development and quality of life.
  
• Exceptional communicator who builds trust through transparency, responsiveness, and active listening.
  
• Collaborative relationship builder who values employee engagement and institutional knowledge.
  
• Strong operational manager with excellent organizational and project management skills.
  
• Innovative professional who embraces continuous improvement and creative problem solving.
  
• Ethical and accountable leader who consistently demonstrates integrity and professionalism.
  
• Adaptable manager who effectively balances daily operational demands with long-term priorities.
  
• Relationship-oriented leader who works effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  

Hiring Rang: $120-000 - $145,000

Application Process

Please refrain from contacting City of Conyers staff or elected officials regarding this recruitment.