Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager

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Salary: $ - $ Annually

Location:

City of Brentwood, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2
Department:
Engineering
Opening Date: 01/28/2026
Closing Date: 2/18/2026 10:00 AM Pacific

Position Information

The City of Brentwood is seeking a highly skilled, motivated, and collaborative professional to serve as its next Engineering Manager. Reporting to the Director of Engineering/City Engineer, this role provides leadership and oversight for all activities and operations within the City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP).

The Engineering Manager will supervise and support a team of professional and technical civil engineering staff involved in the planning, design, inspection, and construction of streets, City facilities, landscaping, lighting, and utility projects. This position manages all phases of the CIP process, including participation in stakeholder meetings, budgeting, environmental review, design, contract administration, construction, inspection, and final project acceptance.

The ideal candidate is an adaptable, team-oriented leader with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to exceptional service. This role is well-suited for a hands-on engineering professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys tackling a broad range of projects, and works closely with staff to foster a high-performing, customer-focused workplace.

For more information on this position please see the

Job Description here.

What We Offer:

The City of Brentwood provides an engaging, collaborative, and cooperative work environment where you can team up with your peers and with the community to create Brentwood as a premier city. The City is an employer that emphasizes work-life balance, supports employee wellness, and offers a wide range of benefits and retirement alternatives, while also investing in its employees' professional and personal growth.
Competitive salary
Alternative work schedule (AWS) option, requires Director approval
Telework option (up to 2 days a week), requires Director approval
15 paid holidays (13 City observed holidays, 2 floating holidays)
Generous leave accruals (Vacation – 16 days per year; Sick Leave – 12 days per year; Personal Time Off – 80 hours per year)
Selection of health care plans with City paid contributions; cash-in-lieu offered if waiving coverage
City-paid dental and vision insurance
CalPERS pension participation
City paid contributions to Retiree Health Savings account
Employee Engagement Program (includes recognition for service, safety, peer nominations, and more)
To review more of what the City of Brentwood offers, please check out our Benefits Guide and visit our Human Resources page.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in civil engineering, public administration, business administration, or a related field.
Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in civil engineering or administering and managing engineering or public works programs; including two (2) years of supervisory experience.

Licenses and

Certifications:

Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record must be maintained throughout employment.
Possession of a valid Certificate of Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California and registration must be maintained throughout employment.

Application Process

Applicants must submit the following:

1. A complete City of Brentwood Employment Application
2. Resume
3. Cover Letter

Postmarks, faxes and incomplete applications will not be accepted. Your application must be filled out completely online. Resumes must also be submitted but it is not a substitute for a completed application.

The examination process will consist of:
Application Review – Submitted applications will be…