Engineering Services Manager

Salary : $14,400.00 - $17,504.00 Monthly
Location : 1000 Gateway Avenue, San Pablo, CA, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 081726 ESM
Department: Public Works/Engineering
Opening Date: 08/17/2026
Closing Date: 9/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Max Number of Applicants: 100

Filing Deadline: Thursday, September 3rd at 11:59 p.m. or first 100 applications (whichever occurs first)

Applications MUST be submitted online at
The City of San Pablo is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Engineering Services Manager to lead the Engineering Division within the Public Works Department. Under general direction of the Public Works Director, the Engineering Services Manager plans, organizes, manages, and directs the programs, personnel, projects, and operations of the Engineering Division while serving as the City's designated City Engineer.
About San Pablo: Located in the heart of West Contra Costa County along the I-80 corridor, San Pablo is a vibrant, culturally diverse community of approximately 32,000 residents. The City is conveniently situated between Richmond and Pinole, with easy access to BART, AC Transit, and major Bay Area employment centers. San Pablo offers an affordable cost of living relative to the greater Bay Area, a welcoming small-city atmosphere, and a strong commitment to public service and community investment. The City recently completed a modern City Hall facility and continues to invest in technology, infrastructure, and innovation to enhance the delivery of public services.

In addition to a competitive salary and outstanding benefits-including a four-day work week with Fridays off, CalPERS pension, and comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage-the Engineering Services Manager serves as a member of the Public Works Department management team and provides highly responsible professional engineering advice and recommendations to the Public Works Director, City Manager, City Council, Planning Commission, and other City departments.

The successful candidate will be an experienced municipal engineering professional with strong leadership, project management, communication, and organizational skills and the ability to manage complex engineering programs and multiple concurrent capital projects.

About the position : The ideal candidate is an experienced municipal engineering professional with strong leadership, project management, communication, and organizational skills. The position is responsible for:

• Managing the City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
• Directing Engineering Division operations and supervising professional and technical staff.
• Overseeing engineering design, development review, construction management, transportation, traffic, and
• Managing consultants, contractors, professional services agreements, and construction contracts.
• Preparing and administering operating and capital budgets.
• Advising City leadership on engineering, infrastructure, development, and regulatory matters.
• Reviewing and approving engineering plans, specifications, permits, reports, and technical documents.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, codes, permits, and engineering standards.
• Representing the City before elected officials, commissions, regulatory agencies, developers, contractors, and the public.
• Serving as Acting Public Works Director as assigned.

For additional information about the position, see the Job Description page of the City's website.

Experience and Training :


Experience:
Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional civil engineering experience, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory or management capacity involving municipal engineering, capital improvement programs, public works engineering, development engineering, or a closely related field.

Education:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline. A Master's degree is desirable.

License/Certificate:

• California Professional Civil Engineer (PE) registration, maintained throughout employment.
• Valid California driver's license or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to obtain designation as the City's appointed City Engineer.

Desirable certifications include CCM, PMP, ENV SP, QSD/QSP , or related certifications.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Municipal engineering, public works operations, capital improvement programs, engineering design, construction management, development engineering, subdivision regulations, California public contracting and engineering laws, environmental regulations, budgeting, grants, contract administration, personnel management, infrastructure asset management, and project management.

ABILITY TO:

Lead and manage an Engineering Division; oversee complex projects and programs; supervise and develop staff; administer budgets and contracts; interpret laws and regulations; analyze complex engineering issues; communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences; and build effective relationships with City officials, staff, consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the community.

Benefits : The City provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, paid vacation and holidays, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS retirement pension. Please see the Benefits page of the City's website for details.
How to apply : Applications will only be accepted online at For general questions, call the Human Resources Division at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Applications must be submitted to GovernmentJobs.com by the date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications not submitted by the posted date and time will not be considered. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the subsequent phases of the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements of the position does not guarantee the advancement in any phase of the selection process. Final selection will be made from an eligibility list.
Recruitment timeline : Recruitment Opens: Monday, August 17, 2026
Recruitment Closes: Thursday, September 3, 2026
First Round/Oral Board: Week of September 21, 2026
Second Round Interviews: Week of October 5, 2026
Estimated Start Date: November 2026

Background investigation and Pre-employment medical examination : Successful candidates will undergo a complete background investigation, including fingerprinting. Successful candidates may also undergo a pre-employment medical examination, which may include TB testing and/or drug screening.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Please contact the Human Resources Department on, or before, the filing deadline if special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the selection process. Every attempt will be made to consider your request. Medical documentation must be provided upon request.

Immigration Reform & Control Act

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all potential employees will be required to provide proof of United States citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.

Drug-Free Workplace Policy

In accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, it is the objective of the City of San Pablo to achieve a drug-free workplace.

THE CITY OF SAN PABLO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

MINORITIES/WOMEN/INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS RECEIVE EQUAL CONSIDERATION, WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, AGE, MARITAL STATUS, OR DISABILITY EXCEPT WHERE DICTATED BY THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB.

The information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract of employment and these provisions are subject to change.
BENEFITS

• Retirement - CalPERS 2.5% @ 55 for "classic" members; 2.0% @ 62 for new members; "classic" employee pays 10.3% of salary; new PERS members - PEPRA (employee pays 7.75%)
• Medical Plan: Choice of CalPERS Health Plan providers; employee pays a portion of the monthly premium
• Dental Plan: Delta Dental Plan of California with orthodontia coverage for children, 100% of premium paid by the City
• In lieu/Dual Medical Coverage: Employees who have medical coverage through another source (e.g. spouse) have the option to receive taxable cash in-lieu ($350 1-party, $500 2-party/family) or to contribute the amount towards an existing Deferred Compensation Plan
• Section 125 Plan Benefits : $450 employer contribution per year (prorated based on hire date)

• Vacation: 75 hours to start up to 225 after 25 years
• Sick Leave: 7.5 hours per month
• Life Insurance: $60,000 City-paid policy
• Holidays: 14 days per year
• Floating Holiday: initially prorated based on the hire date (1 floating holiday per year)
• Employee Assistance Program: Generous number of counseling sessions per year; available to employee and eligible family members
• Educational Incentive Program: up to $5,250 per calendar year
• Administrative Leave: 83.30 hours per fiscal year (prorated based on hire date)

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Describe your professional civil engineering experience, including municipal engineering and capital improvement project experience.
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Describe your supervisory or management experience, including the number and types of employees supervised.
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Describe your experience managing capital projects, budgets, contracts, consultants, and contractors.
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Describe your experience working with elected officials, executive management, developers, regulatory agencies, and the public.
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