Utilities Engineering Manager

Utilities Engineering Leadership RoleHelp build and maintain the infrastructure that powers our city. This leadership role directs Utilities Engineering operations and oversees critical construction and improvement projects bringing together design, compliance, and collaboration to deliver reliable utility services to our community.The City of Punta Gorda offers a robust and employee-focused benefits package designed to support your health, finances, and work-life balance. Employees receive 100% City-paid medical and dental coverage, with the City also sharing 50% of the cost for dependent medical and dental coverage, along with generous prescription options, and access to vision, life, and voluntary supplemental plans. Beyond healthcare, the City provides ample paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave, a strong pension, educational reimbursement, and a free Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families. Punta Gorda, a place where your career and well-being can truly thrive.Essential functions and duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned as dictated by operational necessity:Design and development of utility projects.Conducts special studies, surveys and collects information on operational and administrative programs and projects and makes reports as required.Directs the activities of Utility Project Managers.Assists in supervising projects in construction phase and serves as liaison between developers, engineers and contractors.Assists in the preparation of bid documents.Prepares and coordinates permit applications for submittal to various State and Federal agencies.Attends public hearings and meetings.Reviews construction plans for any corrective action required prior to presentation to the City's Development Review Committee.Updates Geographical Information system (GIS) for the Utility Department.Minimum qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required. Master's degree highly desirable, but not required.Three (3) years of experience designing and managing municipal public works projects.Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Florida or able to obtain within six months of employment.Supervisory responsibilities:Exercises direct supervisory authority over Engineering Technicians and Project Managers within the Division.