Engineering Division Manager (Principal Civil Engineer)

City of Anaheim, CA

$172K — $210K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in civil engineering and project management
  • Strong background in capital project delivery and infrastructure improvement
  • Proven expertise in plan and specification review
  • Experience with consultant and contract oversight
  • Excellent communication and emotional intelligence skills
  • Ability to adapt and lead across diverse teams
  • Valid California Professional Engineer license (PE) preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the Engineering Division within the Department of Public Works
  • Oversee a diverse team of up to 17 staff members
  • Guide the advancement of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
  • Ensure effective delivery of infrastructure projects including roads and bridges
  • Facilitate cross-agency partnerships for project implementation
  • Support the modernization of engineering systems and practices
  • Advocate for innovative approaches to asset management and infrastructure development

Benefits

  • Potential $10,000 signing bonus
  • 2% professional licensure differential eligibility
  • Collaboration with a dedicated team and community partners
  • Opportunity to influence significant infrastructure investments
  • Focus on innovation and modernization initiatives
Full Job Description
Engineering Division Manager (Principal Civil Engineer)

County of Marin, California

San Rafael, California

Annual Salary: $172,972 - $210,288 DOE/DOQ*

*The incumbent may be eligible for a $10,000 signing bonus and is eligible for an additional 2% professional licensure differential. See Benefits section for full details and eligibility requirements.

The County of Marin, California, is seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking Engineering Division Manager (Classification: ) to lead the Engineering Division within the Department of Public Works. Overseeing a team of up to 17 staff, this management-level leader guides a talented team and helps advance a significant Capital Improvement Program (CIP) encompassing roads, bridges, multimodal facilities, pavement management, and other infrastructure within the County right-of-way. This unique opportunity offers broad influence across project delivery, organizational priorities, and cross-agency partnerships as the County continues to invest in infrastructure, modernize systems, and prepare for future technology and asset management initiatives. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in civil engineering, capital project delivery, plan and specification review, and consultant and contract oversight, along with the emotional intelligence, communication skills, and adaptability needed to lead effectively across teams, departments, agencies, and community partners. Apply today to help advance a culture of strong leadership, accountability, and innovation!

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