Director of Public Works Engineering

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

EXEMPT:
Yes DEPARTMENT: PW / Engineering

REPORTS TO:

Assistant Town Manager CLASSIFICATION:
Full-Time

HIRING RANGE: $122,000 – $185,000 SALARY RANGE $122,000 - $196,000

As the Town plans for population growth from approximately 20,000 to 60,000 residents, we are investing in infrastructure, people, and systems that allow local government to operate differently and better on behalf of our residents. We are seeking a Director of Public Works and Engineering to help equip our Public Works team for this next phase of growth.

This role is an opportunity for a senior leader who is energized by building structure, strengthening teams, and shaping how infrastructure and municipal services scale in a fast-growing community.

The Town of Frederick is Built on What Matters. We value Family, Respect, Empowerment, and Dedication, and we believe local government can be both responsible and innovative. This role offers the chance to be part of a leadership team that is actively shaping the future of the organization, Town and the community it serves.

The Director of Public Works and Engineering provides leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for the Town’s Public Works and Engineering department. The department currently includes utilities and operations: streets, water, stormwater, construction management, fleet services, facility services, engineering and capital improvement project functions.

As Frederick continues to evolve, this role will help formalize processes and procedures, align operations with long-term strategy, and ensure the department is positioned to support growth in a thoughtful, sustainable way. The Director will work closely with Town leadership, the Board of Trustees, staff, and the community to deliver reliable services while preparing the organization for future development.

This position reports to an Assistant Town Manager and serves as a peer to other Directors.

A clear vision and strategic framework for Public Works and Engineering that supports long-term growth.

Stronger alignment between operations, engineering, capital planning, and funding.

Scalable systems, processes, and procedures that allow the department to operate proactively rather than reactively.

A well-supported leadership team with clear expectations, structure, and internal growth opportunities.

Effective oversight of large capital projects and major initiatives aligned with the Town’s overall strategy.

A department culture grounded in professionalism, collaboration, accountability, and service to residents.

Leading the integration and alignment of Public Works and Engineering into a cohesive, forward-looking department.

Overseeing municipal utilities and operations, including streets, water, stormwater, construction, fleet, and facilities.

Guiding the development of a scalable fleet philosophy and long-term facilities planning in coordination with Town leadership.

Supporting the completion and operational transition of the Town’s Municipal Service Center.

Ensuring capital improvement planning, operations, and funding sources are connected and clearly understood.

Partnering with Community and Economic Development to align development review, infrastructure planning, and execution.

Communicating complex infrastructure, funding, and operational topics clearly to elected officials, staff, and the public.

Someone who…

Enjoys building and strengthening organizations in growing communities.

Is comfortable balancing hands‑on engagement with executive‑level leadership.

Sees growth as an opportunity to improve systems, clarity, and outcomes.

Values developing people and creating internal pathways for growth.

Communicates effectively with field staff, engineers, consultants, elected officials, and residents.

Is motivated by public service and interested in helping local government operate in more modern, effective ways.