Capital Projects Engineering Manager

Salary : $107,443.04 - $145,008.27 Annually Location : City Hall - Wilsonville, OR Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 2026-00026 Department: Community Development Division: Engineering Opening Date: 01/05/2026 Closing Date: 3/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Position Overview What We Do At Wilsonville, we work together to create a safe, connected, and vibrant community. The Community Development Department leads planning, building, engineering, and economic development efforts that shape our city's future. Our Engineering Division manages capital projects that keep Wilsonville moving-designing, building, and maintaining infrastructure that serves our residents and businesses for years to come. What You Will Do As Capital Projects Engineering Manager, you will lead a talented team and oversee major projects from concept to completion. You will guide planning, design, and construction for public improvements that make Wilsonville a great place to live and work. This role is about collaboration, problem-solving, and building trust while delivering projects that matter. Who We Are Looking For We are searching for a leader who values teamwork and community. Someone who: Communicates clearly and inspires others. Brings experience managing complex capital projects. Mentors staff and builds strong relationships. Balances innovation with practical solutions. Understands the importance of safety, livability, and sustainability. Your Background Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. Oregon Professional Engineer registration (or ability to obtain within six months). Six years of engineering experience, including three in public works or capital project management. Strong leadership, collaboration, and project delivery skills. Ready to Join Us? If you are passionate about building a better community and leading a team that makes a difference, we invite you to apply. Complete the application, attach your cover letter and resume, and answer the supplemental questions to be considered. Under the general supervision of the City Engineer, manages the Engineering Division's capital projects function for the Community Development Department. Specific areas of focus include, but are not limited to: implementing the City's Capital Improvement Program; providing professional engineering oversight in project programming, planning, design, construction and administration; managing other staff and outside consultants and contractors; and coordinating with other agencies. This position coordinates with the Development Engineering Manager to efficiently and effectively schedule and assign duties to Engineering Division staff. This position reports to the City Engineer and supervises engineering staff as assigned. ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The following tasks are representative and not to be considered all inclusive Division Management Responsibilities Establishes long-range goals and plans for the division and maintains short-range plan that accomplishes division goals, such as the Capital Improvement Program project schedules, personnel allocation, budget, and operation. Develops and administers the division's budget in collaboration with the Development Engineering Manager. Holds assigned staff accountable for personal goals and contributions towards organizational objectives and values. Supervises and manages assigned staff, including performance reviews and other personnel matters. Evaluates need for and provides training opportunities and career development. Participates in staff selection process and provides input. May serve as acting City Engineer when assigned. Capital Improvement Program Responsibilities In collaboration with the Development Engineering Manager, evaluates and coordinates staffing assignments and budgetary needs associated with the Engineering Division's capital improvement projects and private development functions. Administers the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to assure infrastructure is aligned with City's Comprehensive Plan and adopted Master Plans. Manages capital project development, design, and implementation including technical research and feasibility analyses, funding and cost analyses, scheduling, public involvement, project budgeting and work plan development, project performance and results. Coordinates and integrates capital construction projects with various regional, state, or federal jurisdictions, as well as with other city departments, special-interest groups, community organizations, and other stakeholders. Plans and oversees community-based participation using techniques and processes that inform and explain project objectives and answer questions from the public, media, and other agencies. Resolves problems associated with projects. Works with a variety of people to solve technical, legal, and logistical problems, including those that are unanticipated. Serves as lead facilitator and liaison with consultants and contractors to initiate, negotiate, and finalize Professional Services Agreements and construction contracts and ensure work is performed according to the scope and schedules outlined in the contracts and agreements. Oversees project manager, project team, consultant, and contractor work throughout the project, including: Preparation of conceptual design reports, studies, analyses, and permitting documents necessary to implement the CIP. Reviews and approves progress reports, technical memos, and recommendations prepared by City staff or outside consultants. Acquisition of right-of-way and easements needed for proposed construction. Review and approval of design progress documents, drawings, plans, and specifications and approves final design/specification packages prior to bidding. Administration of public works contracts and holds contractors accountable for the terms of the contract. Project documentation such as inspection reports, certified payrolls, and project schedules for compliance. Recommendation and/or approval progress and final payments to contractors and consultants. Project file maintenance including drawings, proposals, contracts, work-in-progress reviews, inspections, and communication in accordance with public record laws. Reviews and recommends approval of change orders. Provides reports and status updates to Community Development Director/City Engineer and other department managers in clear and timely manner. Provides technical information and project direction to Engineering Division staff, consultants, contractors, and others on project team. Provides feedback on regular basis to project personnel and other assigned staff. Performs other duties as required. Customer Service Standards for Employees These standards are to ensure the organization is focused on providing high quality service to the public and other employees. Employees are expected to meet these standards as part of their job responsibilities. Communication Acknowledge customers when they enter a city facility by greeting them with a smile and positive tone of voice whether in person, on the phone or in email. Gather necessary information to assist the customer. Where possible, handle issues/questions/requests without transferring customer to someone else. Seek out answers to questions first; if unsuccessful provide name/contact information of someone who can assist. Listen, understand, and clarify to gain in depth understanding of the needs to ensure they are being met. Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner. Be positive and enthusiastic when speaking with customers. Respect Be courteous and polite. Treat customers with dignity and respect. Understand customer's expectations and treat them as a priority. Actively listen and give customer undivided attention. Appreciate differing perspectives, opinions, and needs. Demonstrate integrity and build trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, and ethical behavior. Responsiveness Provide prompt and reliable service. Respond to phone/email as soon as possible. Follow through in a timely manner on commitments made to customers and provide estimated timeline for completion. Change voicemail and email when out of office/unavailable and provide alternate contact person for customers. Demonstrate a "can-do" approach. Exhibit problem-solving skills leading to sound judgment and quality decisions. QualificationsEducation: Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering is required. Experience: At least six years of related engineering experience, including a minimum of three years as a registered engineer in a progressively responsible position associated with public works and capital improvement project management. Certifications: Registration in Oregon as a Professional Engineer is required. P.E.s from out of state will be given six months to obtain Oregon registration. Skills & Abilities Knowledge and skill in applying mathematics and science; the principles and practices of civil engineering; management theories and principles; municipal budgeting theories and principles; contract management; and local, state and federal laws, regulations and ordinances governing engineering and public works projects. Knowledge of safety standards, practices, and procedures. Able to learn City procedures, regulations, codes, and requirements with respect to construction, procurement, safety, operations, organization, and budget process. Able to interpret and apply complex rules, regulations, laws, and ordinances to technical and administrative details. Able to produce and utilize accurate and useful estimates for time, funding, materials and equipment needed for all public works construction projects. Able to manage capital improvement projects with respect to time, staff allocation, and fiscal resources. Able to develop and implement a construction schedule ensuring the efficient, timely, and cost-effective completion of construction projects. Strong computer skills to perform the essential functions of the position, typically using project tracking and financial software and MS Office including Word, Excel, Adobe, and PowerPoint. Strong oral and written communication skills in daily performance of duties and responsibilities, including internal and external communication to convey engineering concepts and preparation of project specifications, requests for proposals, and staff reports. Able to make presentations before the City Council, Budget Committee, and other City Committees and Commissions. Interpersonal skills necessary to supervise staff work effectively and successfully work with other department staff, City staff, elected officials, and the public. A valid driver's license. Additional Information I understand and acknowledge this position is at-will, and the City and incumbents in this position mutually reserve the right to end the employment relationship with or without cause at any time. I have read the above job description, and can perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. I understand it is my responsibility to contact Human Resources if I at any time require an accommodation to complete the essential functions of this position. EMPLOYEE'S SIGNATURE DATE ___________________ SUPERVISOR'S SIGNATURE DATE ___________________ Retirement: The City is a member of the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System and currently contributes the employee's portion of the retirement system. The city also contributes an additional 3% of base salary to a 401a account on behalf of management employees. Employees may elect to participate in the City's deferred compensation program. Healthcare Benefits: The City offers an extensive employee benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and long term disability plans. Wellness Program: The City offers a generous wellness program, providing for up to $200 a calendar year for wellness related costs incurred. Vacation: Based on years of service, beginning at 132 hours annually. Vacation leave accruals are pro-rated for part-time employees based on their full-time equivalent status. Sick Leave: Accrues 96 hours annually. Sick leave accruals are pro-rated for part-time employees based on their full-time equivalent status. Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year. 01 If you are a veteran, select the option that best describes your veteran status. Please note, you must provide proof of your eligibility for veteran's preference by attaching your DD-214 or your DD-215 to your application. I am a qualified veteran I am a qualified, disabled veteran I am not a veteran 02 Do you have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering? Yes No 03 Please select one of the following: I am not currently registered as a Professional Engineer I am registered as a Professional Engineer in a different state, and can obtain my Oregon license within six months of hire. I am currently registered as a Professional Engineer in Oregon 04 Please select the option that best describes your experience as a registered engineer: I have no work experience as a registered engineer I have less than three years of work experience as a registered engineer I have more than three years of work experience as a registered engineer 05 Please select the option that best describes your engineering experience: I have engineering experience, but not in a position associated with public works and capital improvement project management. I have less than three years of engineering experience in a position associated with public works and capital improvement project management. I have more than three but less than six years of engineering experience in a position associated with public works and capital improvement project management. I have six or more years of engineering experience in a position associated with public works and capital improvement project management. 06 Using no more than four sentences, please describe your municipal engineering experience as it relates to water distribution & treatment, sanitary sewer collection & treatment, stormwater management, and transportation. 07 What involvement have you had in planning an annual budget and a 5-year capital improvement program? 08 Describe your experience supervising professional engineering staff. 09 Please describe your overall experience working in the public-sector environment, whether as a public-agency employee or as a consultant to public agencies. In your response, discuss the types of projects or programs you've been involved in, how you have navigated public-sector processes such as permitting and regulatory compliance, and your experience engaging with stakeholders including the general public, City Council, and various city commissions, boards, or committees. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-10