Public Works Director

Ymfphilly; Newport Beach (CA); Sur place; USD 199 000 - 313 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The City of Newport Beach is seeking an accomplished Public Works Director to provide strategic leadership over a comprehensive range of programs supporting the community’s infrastructure, mobility, and quality of life.

The ideal candidate is an experienced public works executive and registered civil engineer who combines technical expertise with vision and proven leadership to advance the capital improvement program, engineering design, transportation systems, and grant administration.

Qualifications

• Experience as a public works executive with strategic oversight of infrastructure and capital programs.
• Registered civil engineer with strong technical and management skills.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage grants.

Responsabilités

• Provide strategic leadership and executive oversight for the City’s public works programs and services.
• Oversee the capital improvement program, engineering and infrastructure design, transportation systems, and development services.
• Manage construction and consulting contracts and grant administration.

Connaissances

Executive leadership

Public works

Strategic planning

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Description du poste

Located along the Southern California coast in Orange County, Newport Beach is renowned for its beautiful beaches, picturesque harbor, distinctive neighborhoods, and outstanding quality of life. With a vibrant mix of residential communities, thriving commercial districts, and world-class recreational amenities, the city offers a unique blend of coastal charm and economic vitality.

Newport Beach's extraordinary natural environment is central to its identity. From its extensive coastline and harbor to the ecologically significant Upper Newport Bay, the city offers exceptional opportunities for recreation while presenting important responsibilities for environmental stewardship, infrastructure resilience, and sustainable growth. The community takes pride in its well-maintained public spaces, attractive neighborhoods, and high-quality municipal services.

As a key member of the City Manager’s executive management team, the Public Works Director will provide strategic leadership and executive oversight for a comprehensive range of public works programs and services that support the community’s infrastructure, mobility, and quality of life. Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Director will lead the planning, development, implementation, and delivery of departmental programs, with responsibility for the City’s capital improvement program, engineering and infrastructure design, transportation systems, development services, construction and consulting contracts, and grant administration. The City of Newport Beach is seeking an accomplished, forward‑thinking, and collaborative leader to serve as its next Public Works Director. The ideal candidate will be an experienced public works executive and registered civil engineer who combines strong technical expertise with strategic vision, sound judgment, and proven leadership.

The annual salary range for the Public Works Director is $198,586 to $312,743; If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Ms. Stacey Stevenson at [phone].

Filing Deadline: November 22, 2026