The Senior Director of Public Works will lead the planning, design, and implementation of municipal infrastructure projects with a focus on public works, water supply, wastewater management, and drainage systems. This role requires a strategic leader with extensive technical expertise, a proven track record in managing public works projects, and the ability to collaborate with government agencies, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver cost-effective solutions that meet community needs and regulatory requirements.

At Bleyl, we also value giving back, so our leadership is encouraged to actively serve in professional associations and community organizations. Invest your career in making Texas communities stronger and safer. Apply with Bleyl Today!

Key Responsibilities

• • Oversee the design, development, and execution of civil engineering projects related to water distribution, wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and public works infrastructure.

• • Provide strategic direction and technical leadership to engineering teams, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

• • Collaborate with municipal leaders, planners, and utility departments to assess infrastructure needs, prioritize projects, and secure funding through grants, bonds, or other sources.

• • Manage project lifecycles, including feasibility studies, risk assessments, permitting, construction oversight, and post-project evaluations.

• • Develop and implement innovative, sustainable solutions to address aging infrastructure, population growth, and climate-related challenges such as flooding and water scarcity.

• • Serve as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, contractors, and community groups, ensuring transparent communication and alignment on project goals.

• • Mentor and guide junior engineers and staff, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and professional growth.

• • Prepare and present detailed reports, budgets, and project updates to city councils, boards, or executive leadership.

• • Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in water, wastewater, and drainage engineering to enhance municipal infrastructure resilience.

Qualifications

• • Strong networking skills and marketing skills in the public sector.

• • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.

• • Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

• • Minimum of 15-20 years of experience in civil engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on municipal public works, water, wastewater, or drainage projects, extensive knowledge of hydraulic modeling, stormwater management, water treatment processes, and wastewater system design.

• • Proven experience managing infrastructure projects from concept to completion.

• • Strong understanding of municipal government operations, budgeting, and regulatory frameworks (eg EPA, Clean Water Act).

• • Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate with diverse stakeholders.

• • Proficiency in engineering software and project management tools.

• • Background in securing and managing local or state public works projects.

A Project Manager at Bleyl Engineering is a critical leader in fostering a supportive, productive team environment for all our staff while promoting the Bleyl standard in everything we do. We believe engineering with quality and integrity is a way to serve and improve our communities. As a Public Works Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, design, and management of a variety of water, wastewater, stormwater, and paving projects out of our Austin office. This position is responsible for supervising the design team, interacting with clients, and coordinating with the review agencies to deliver projects on schedule and within budget. At Bleyl, we also value giving back, so our leadership is encouraged to actively serve in professional associations and community organizations. Invest your career in making Texas communities stronger and safer. Apply with Bleyl Today!

Job Description

• • Understand clients’ expectations and verify the scope addresses all requirements.

• • Coordinate with review agencies to ensure our design meets local requirements and protects the public while still delivering value to the client.

• • Lead a team of engineers, Graduate Engineers, CAD technicians, consultants, and support staff in a team environment.

• • Mentor young engineers and Graduate Engineers.

• • Balance Workload to coordinate several public projects concurrently, including prioritizing tasks and deadlines.

• • Provide quality assurance and quality control feedback.

• • Represent the company in business development activities with potential clients and community leaders.

• • Ensure the plans, calculations, and specifications are comprehensive and accurate.

• • Overcome complex design and project management challenges.

Job Requirements

• • Licensed professional engineer in the state of Texas with 6-15 years of post-graduate experience with an emphasis on public works.

• • Prepare proposals and schedules for multi-phase and multi-discipline projects.

• • Excellent organizational skills to provide proactive steps, meet schedules, and address potential issues.

• • Thorough knowledge of local requirements and procedures.

• • Strong work ethic with a desire to work in a fast-paced, productive environment.

• • Detail oriented with the ability to complete multi-step tasks.

• • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to ensure effective communication with all parties.