Public Works Director – Chief Engineer

Role Overview

• Direct and oversee the day-to-day operations and activities of the Public Works Department, ensuring the efficient functioning and maintenance of utility systems, facilities, roads, and public infrastructure.
• Develop and implement comprehensive policies, procedures, and schedules for infrastructure operation, maintenance, and repair to meet customer needs and ensure compliance with performance standards.
• Manage all aspects of engineering and maintenance operations, including environmental programs, systems upgrades, and lifecycle management.
• Ensure proper allocation of resources, including labor, materials, and equipment, to meet contract performance requirements and operational priorities.
• Monitor and manage budgets for public works projects and activities to ensure compliance with financial objectives.
• Coordinate engineering designs, technical solutions, and construction efforts for projects related to the improvement, repair, or expansion of infrastructure elements.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental policies, including compliance with local laws, U.S. government regulations, and contractual obligations.
• Supervise and mentor Public Works Department staff to promote professional growth, ensuring high performance and team collaboration.
• Prepare and deliver detailed operational and project status reports to program leadership, government representatives, and the client.
• Act as the primary point of contact with the client and government representatives regarding technical and operational aspects of public works projects and initiatives.
• Facilitate emergency response and manage contingency plans for operational failures or crisis situations.
• Stay informed of new technologies, regulations, and industry standards to enhance and modernize public works operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of education).
• 8-10 years of progressively responsible experience in public works operations, infrastructure management, facilities maintenance, or a related field.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing large teams of technicians, engineers, and other personnel, ideally in public works or a government contracting environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of public works systems, including utilities, roads, buildings, environmental systems, and general infrastructure.
• Strong project management skills, including managing schedules, budgets, and resources for large-scale maintenance and construction projects.
• Proficiency with engineering software, workflow management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for the duration of deployment.

Benefits

• Safety: Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Quality: Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations.
• Procedure Compliance: Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to the job.