ENGINEERING MANAGER

WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.
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The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to the City of Torrance today. 

The Department
The Public Works Department is a dynamic organization that readily adapts to the needs of the Torrance community by providing quality and reliable services to the public; maintaining and operating the public infrastructure and designing and managing capital improvement projects.  The Department has 6 Divisions (Administrative Services, Engineering, Street Operations, Sanitation, Streetscape and Water Operations) with a combined Operating and Capital budget of over $150 million, and a staff of 208. These divisions, although different in nature and range of responsibilities, are focused and directed in the City’s strategic plan for priority of infrastructure. The collaborative functional responsibilities of the six divisions include: maintaining sewer and storm drain infrastructure, including pump stations; catch basins and storm water retention basins; street sweeping; residential refuse, green/organic waste and recycling collection; maintaining concrete sidewalks, curbs and gutters throughout the City; maintaining roadway surfaces along with traffic signals, traffic striping, pavement marking and street signage; maintaining and operating the Torrance Municipal Water System that includes transmission and distribution mains, storage reservoirs, pump stations, groundwater production wells and imported water connections, as well as performing water quality assurance testing. The Department also serves as liaison to both the Traffic and Water Commissions.
 
The Position
Under general direction, the Engineering Manager manages complex engineering work including the planning, design, bidding, construction and administration of public works projects; performs specialized engineering work in the analysis, design and construction of public works; and performs related work as required, including supervision of assigned staff. Attendance at Commission, City Council and other public meetings is expected.
 
The Engineering Manager will be tasked with projects related to developing the City’s water supply; water main replacements; and sewer and storm drain replacements. The position also includes various assignments involving the City’s Integrated Regional Watershed Management Plan (IRWMP), Enhanced Watershed Management Program (WMP & EWMP); storm water quality monitoring, reporting and compliance program (i.e. NPDES and MS4 permit, etc.) and attendance at related meetings.

For more information about the duties of the position, click here.
 
SALARY INFORMATION
$11,885  -  $14,262  -  $16,401  per month Benefits
 (Min.)      (Ref. Point)    (Max.)
 
 Appointments are typically made between the minimum and the reference point of the range, depending on qualifications.Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the necessary knowledge and abilities would be:
 
 • Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering;
 • Five years of professional civil engineering experience involving the design and construction of a variety of public works projects, at least two of which must deal directly with managing municipal projects for any combination of the following systems: highway/ roadway, sewer, drainage, and water.

License and/or Certificate
Must possess and maintain the following:

 
Ideal Candidate
Successful candidates will possess the following:

• Ability to be proactive and manage multiple projects and priorities;
• Ability to focus on solutions and collaborate with others;
• A demonstrated ability to maintain a cohesive team environment and motivate staff towards accomplishing goals by an established deadline;
• Effective communication both orally and in writing;
• Effective public relations and interpersonal skills to work with a variety of people such as members of the public, employees, managers, and elected/appointed officials;
• Proven experience in successfully managing professionals, technicians, consultants, and contractors;
• Five years of experience managing public works projects and/or capital projects with budgets over $1 million; and
• Experience in identifying, securing, and administering grants to fund projects
  

Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire atwww.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. Application submission will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position(s) is/are filled.If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the recruitment may close at that time.

Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of the following components:

First Application Review Date: May 22, 2025
Interview Panel (Weighted 100%): Tentatively Week of June 9, 2025Visit www.torranceca.gov to find out more information about our community.
 
Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the examination date(s). If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (310) 618-2915 no later than five (5) business days before the test date.  For further information, click here. 
 
As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check and a pre-employment medical examination.
 
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
 The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.
 
 The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!        

Salary : $142,620 - $211,044